Rhodes before Committee
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Rhodes before Committee
CECIL RHODES Statesman, entrepreneur and imperialist in South Africa, before the South Africa Committee, London
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1897 Cecil Chamberlain Committee Rhodes Waste
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the moment when the renowned statesman, entrepreneur, and imperialist, Cecil Rhodes, appeared before the South Africa Committee in London in 1897. Rhodes, dressed in a formal suit and wearing a serious expression, sits at a long table surrounded by committee members. The room is filled with an air of importance and anticipation, as Rhodes prepares to present his case for British expansion and control in South Africa. The committee members, seated around a large table, lean forward in their chairs, intently listening to Rhodes' every word. The atmosphere in the room is tense, with the weight of history hanging heavy in the air. A glass of water and a waste paper basket sit on the table before Rhodes, remnants of the long hours of deliberation and debate that have already taken place. The backdrop of the photograph is a beautiful stained-glass window, casting a warm, ethereal glow over the scene. The intricate patterns of the glass add a sense of grandeur and importance to the proceedings. The room is filled with an air of solemnity and purpose, as the future of South Africa hangs in the balance. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in history, when the fate of an entire continent was being decided in a small room in London. Cecil Rhodes, a complex and controversial figure, played a significant role in shaping the political and economic landscape of South Africa, and his legacy continues to be felt to this day. This image, with its intricate details and rich historical significance, is a must-have for any collection of historical photographs or those with an interest in the history of Africa and imperialism.
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