An unknown Scottish soldier who died of wounds in the battle of Magersfontein on 11 December 1899 was buried by Boer forces among the fallen burgers. He was subsequently identified as Drummer William Milne of the Seaforth Highlanders.

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Size: 2332px × 3500px 19.7cm × 29.6cm - 300dpi
Location: Kimberley, South Africa
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