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Isandhlwana, Natal, South Africa
Isandhlwana (Isandlwana), Natal, South Africa, site of a battle on 22 January 1879 during the Anglo-Zulu War. Date: circa 1905
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1879 Anglo Isandhlwana Natal Rocks Southern Zulu Isandlwana January
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Isandhlwana, Natal, South Africa: A Scene of Historical Significance from the Early 1900s This evocative photograph captures the haunting beauty of the Isandhlwana battlefield in Natal, South Africa, as it appeared around the turn of the 20th century. The image transports us back in time to the poignant and pivotal moment in history when the Anglo-Zulu War unfolded on this very site on 22 January 1879. Isandhlwana, a small hill located in the rural countryside of Natal, became the stage for one of the most significant battles in African history. The British Army, led by Lieutenant-General Lord Chelmsford, marched into Zululand with the intention of subduing King Cetewayo and his formidable Zulu Impi. However, the British were caught off guard by the sheer size and ferocity of the Zulu forces, resulting in a devastating defeat for the British. The photograph reveals the tranquil yet somber atmosphere of the battlefield, with its rolling hills, rocky terrain, and the ominous clouds looming overhead. The absence of human presence adds to the sense of stillness and solemnity, as if the land itself bears the weight of the historical events that unfolded here. The Anglo-Zulu War marked a turning point in the history of South Africa, leading to the eventual colonization of the region by the British. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the rich and complex history of this part of the world, inviting us to reflect on the past and the lessons it holds for the present.
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