Grootfontein : 1903 - 1910

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Corrugated iron prefab buildings
Corrugated iron prefab buildings similar to those adjourning the Officer’s Mess at Grootfontein (House Karoo). Originally there were four (4) similar barracks housing the “grooms”. Erected 1903 – 1905.
Barracks and tents
Barracks and tents housing the British Peacekeeping Force stationed at Grootfontein 1903 – 1910.
A scene early 1900
A scene early 1900’s at Grootfontein, Middelburg Cape Colony
Bell-tents
“Bell-tents” of the 4th Dragoon Guards, Middelburg Cape Colony –  Situated on Grootfontein from 1903 to 1910
Grootfontein during British Peacekeeping Force occupation
Grootfontein during British Peacekeeping Force occupation, 1903 – 1910
Cold Stream Guards
Cold Stream Guards, 1901, Middelburg Cape Colony