Tutbury Castle, Staffordshire, UK. 23-07-2016. John Bamber of the Anglo-Boer War group bring Tutbury Castle back to life on Saturday 23rd July. John plays the part of an indigenous farmer fighting for the Boers. This fantastic re-enactment group portrays the life and times of the British and Boers during the late 19th Century. Fascinating re-enactments will demonstrate the experiences of the combatants and civilians during this period. The group will recreate battles using authentic weapons and costumes of the time. Credit: Cernan Elias/Alamy Live News
Anglo-Boer Re-enactment, Tutbury Castle, Staffordshire, UK. 23-07-2016. Phil Joynson of the Anglo-Boer War Group brings Tutbury Castle back to life on Saturday 23rd July. This fantastic re-enactment group portrayed the life and times of the British and Boers during the late 19th Century. Fascinating re-enactments demonstrated the experiences of the combatants and civilians during this period. The group recreated battles using authentic weapons and costumes of the time. Displays were staged to show weapons, uniform, military drills and aspects of daily life. A day that is both educational and entertaining for old and young alike. [MODEL RELEASED IMAGE] The Anglo Boer War was fought by Britain and her Empire against the Boers. The Boers were comprised of the combined forces of the South African Republic and the Republic of the Orange Free State. The Boer Republics declared war on 11th October 1899 and the conflict ended on 31st May 1902, a duration of 2 years and 8 months.
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Location: Tutbury Castle, Castle Street, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, UK
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