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An 1899 illustration showing the siege of Mafeking (1899-1900), a major engagement in the Boer War (aka South Africa War, 1899-1902). The British held out for over 200 days before being relieved.
G W Bacon & Co London
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London, G. W. B. &. C. (2026, June 02). Defence of Mafeking. World History Encyclopedia. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/21847/defence-of-mafeking/
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London, G W Bacon & Co. "Defence of Mafeking." World History Encyclopedia, June 02, 2026. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/21847/defence-of-mafeking/.
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London, G W Bacon & Co. "Defence of Mafeking." World History Encyclopedia, 02 Jun 2026, https://www.worldhistory.org/image/21847/defence-of-mafeking/.
