
Sujet
A Basuto chief visits the Duke of Connaught
Légende
South Africa, One of several Basuto chiefs arrives at a reception to meet the Duke and Duchess of Connaught following their official opening of the new Union Parliament at Cape Town. He is led by a European dignitary and followed by a group of African drummers. Bloemfontein, 9 November 1910.Notes from a printed itinerary of the visit:Wednesday, November 99.40 A.M. Bloemfontein, Arrive. Uniform- blue frock coat and white helmet throuhgout.10 A.M. Town Hall, Presentation of Address.11 A.M. Review. Chargers will be provided. Presentation of Colours (if ready).1 P.M. Government House, Lunch (Administrator). Afternoon. Reception of Basuto Chiefs. Frock coat and tall hat. Garden Party given by Municipality. Guests will be informed that frock coats and tall hats need not be worn.6 P.M. Leave for Victoria Falls, 1910. 1995/076/1/4/1/43.
Date
févr. 1910
Crédit
Photo12/Bristol Archives/UIG
Notre référence
UMG20A08_095
Model release
Non
Property release
Non
Licence
Droits gérés
Format disponible
48,7Mo (4,0Mo) / 42,2cm x 28,9cm / 4981 x 3416 (300dpi)