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Scene in Pretoria Square, June 5: Waiting for the Entry of Lord Roberts and his Army, 1901
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Scene in Pretoria Square, June 5: Waiting for the Entry of Lord Roberts and his Army, 1901
Scene in Pretoria Square, June 5: Waiting for the Entry of Lord Roberts and his Army, 1901. At 2:00 in the afternoon, Pretoria, capital of the South African Republic, surrendered to British General Lord Roberts. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. V", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1901]
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The photograph captures a bustling scene in Pretoria Square on June 5,1901, as the people eagerly await the entry of Lord Roberts and his army. At precisely 2:00 in the afternoon, the capital of the South African Republic surrendered to British General Lord Roberts, marking a significant moment in history. The image showcases a diverse crowd consisting of both men and women from different walks of life. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see horse-drawn carriages filling the square while civilians gather around with anticipation. The atmosphere is charged with excitement and curiosity as everyone waits for their first glimpse of Lord Roberts and his victorious troops. This print not only provides us with a visual representation of this historic event but also serves as a reminder of the power dynamics between Britain and South Africa during that period. It symbolizes colonialism and warfare, highlighting how territories were acquired by powerful nations through military conquests. As we delve into this image from "South Africa and the Transvaal War" it becomes clear that it holds immense historical value. It allows us to reflect upon an era when conflicts shaped nations' destinies while shedding light on ordinary individuals who witnessed these pivotal moments firsthand. With its black-and-white composition, this photograph transports us back to early 20th-century Pretoria—a time when horse-drawn vehicles dominated road transport—and invites us to explore further into our shared past.
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