The Transvaal (Boer) Crisis
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The Transvaal (Boer) Crisis
A Field Cornets messenger hands over commandos to Boer farmers to be ready for war Date: 1899
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1899 Boer Boers Commandos Conflict Cornet Covers Crisis Handing Hands Messenger Transvaal Wars Cornets
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment during the outbreak of the Second Boer War in South Africa, in September 1899. A field cornet, a rank equivalent to a lieutenant in the Boer military, is seen handing over commandos to Boer farmers. The commandos, dressed in their distinctive white shirts and blue trousers, are eagerly preparing for the imminent conflict with the British. The Transvaal Crisis, also known as the Second Boer War, began when the Boers, who were primarily Dutch-speaking farmers, resisted British encroachment on their territory. Tensions had been simmering for years, with the British seeking greater control over the Transvaal Republic and the Orange Free State. The image of the field cornet handing over commandos to the farmers underscores the communal nature of the Boer military and their strong sense of loyalty to their land and community. It also highlights the impending threat of war and the determination of the Boers to defend their homes and way of life. The photograph was likely taken for a newspaper or magazine, providing visual coverage of the unfolding conflict for a global audience. The image would have been a powerful symbol of the resistance movement and a rallying cry for Boer supporters both in South Africa and abroad. The Second Boer War lasted from 1899 to 1902, resulting in significant loss of life and destruction of property. It ultimately led to the British annexation of the Transvaal and the Orange Free State, and the beginning of a new era of colonial rule in South Africa.
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