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Invalids at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Netley (b / w photo)
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Invalids at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Netley (b / w photo)
1599523 Invalids at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Netley (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Invalids at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Netley. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 14 April 1900.
English Photographer (20th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22273684
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Belmont Black Watch Coldstream Guards Gordon Highlanders Hampshire Invalids Magersfontein Modder River Netley Royal Field Artillery Royal Victoria Hospital Second Boer War Spion Kop Injuries Wound
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This photograph captures a poignant moment in history at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Netley. Taken by an English photographer in the 20th century, it showcases a group of invalids who have been wounded during the Second Boer War. The image is part of a private collection and was originally published as an illustration for The Illustrated London News on April 14,1900. In this powerful snapshot, we see soldiers from various regiments including the Gordon Highlanders, Black Watch, Royal Field Artillery, and more. Among them are Sergeant Mathers, Private Weatherborn, Corporal Gordon, Corporal Fearey, Private Glisson, Private Pratt, Corporal Ramsey - each bearing visible signs of their injuries sustained in battle. The Royal Victoria Hospital served as a crucial medical facility during this time and played a vital role in treating wounded soldiers from conflicts around the world. Located in Hampshire's Netley region with its picturesque surroundings providing solace to those recovering within its walls. This photograph serves as a testament to the sacrifices made by these brave men who fought for their country's cause. It also highlights the advancements in medicine and healthcare that were being developed during this period. Preserved through photography's lens forevermore thanks to Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform; it stands as both a historical document and an artistic portrayal of resilience amidst adversity.
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