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South Africa (XIX). Zulu Kingdom (1883). Restoration
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South Africa (XIX). Zulu Kingdom (1883). Restoration
South Africa (XIX). Zulu Kingdom (1883). Restoration Cettewayo, king of the Zulus. Cetewayo attends the ceremony indaba conference to meet the Induna (Zulu and Xhosa leaders). Image appeared in La Ilustraci spa y Americana newspaper. Engraving
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This engraving depicts a pivotal moment in South African history during the Zulu Kingdom's restoration in 1883. The image shows Cetewayo, the revered King of the Zulus, participating in an Indaba conference, a traditional gathering of Zulu and Xhosa leaders. The ceremony took place following the British invasion and the overthrow of Cetewayo's rule in 1879. Cetewayo, born in 1826, is prominently featured in the scene, dressed in his regal attire, with a serious expression on his face as he engages in dialogue with the Induna, the Zulu and Xhosa chieftains. The Indaba conference aimed to reestablish order and unity within the Zulu Kingdom under Cetewayo's leadership. The black-and-white engraving, which appeared in the Spanish-American newspaper La Ilustración Española y Americana, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage and political landscape of the time. The scene is filled with a sense of importance and tradition, as men from both sides come together to address their concerns and find common ground. The Indaba conference marked the beginning of a new chapter in the history of the Zulu Kingdom, as it navigated the complexities of government, militarism, and diplomacy in the face of encroaching European influence. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the resilience and determination of the Zulu people during a time of great change and uncertainty.
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