First Agricultural Show, Bremersdorp, 1911-06
Scope and Contents
208 x 147 mm. Showing spectators gathered under a makeshift awning in the exhibition ground. Bremersdorp (now known as Manzini) was named after one Albert Bremer who in 1887 opened a store there. From 1890-1902 (when it was succeeded by Mbabane) Bremersdorp was the administrative centre of the country.
Dates
- Creation: 1911-06
Creator
- From the Fonds: Great Britain. Colonial Office. Visual Instruction Committee (Organization)
- From the Fonds: Fisher, Alfred Hugh, 1867 -1945 (artist and photographer) (Person)
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Biographical / Historical
Photographer unknown.
Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Fair condition, some overall fading.
General
PJ. The Agricultural Show was held in June 1911 (information supplied by Huw M. Jones).
Date information
DateText: [Date supplied].
Originator(s)
Unknown
Finding aid date
2002-10-23 15:57:25+00:00
Repository Details
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