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Durnford's last Stand by William Watson Race
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Durnford's Last Stand by William Watson Race
Durnford was made the scapegoat for the horrors of Isandlwana because he was, very conveniently, dead. Papers recently found indicate that criticism of him was unjust. This scene depicts Durnford's Last Stand as he dies, surrounded by his loyal men.
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Battle of Isandlwana by William Watson Race
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The Battle of Isandlwana by William Watson Race
Isandlwana was fought on the same day as Rorkes Drift, 22nd January 1879. Over 20,000 Zulus surprised the British Army under the Isanlwana mountain and over ran the camp in little over an hour. Over 1,500 men were killed. In Bill Race's painting, the end is near, with small knots of soldiers making futile last stands.
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The battle of Rorkes Drift by William Watson Race
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Battle of Rorkes Drift by William Race
Battle of Rorkes Drift was fought from mid afternoon on the 22nd January to the early hours of 23rd January 1879. Around 100 British soldiers fought off a sustained attack from over 4,000 Zulu warriors. More Victoria Crosses were awarded for this battle than any other single engagement in history. The battle was immortalised in the film Zulu, starring Michael Caine and Stanley Baker. Bill Race's painting captures a particularly desperate moment outside the hospital at Rorkes Drift.
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