Een soldaat naast zijn stervende paard onderweg naar Bloemfontein 1901

This anonymous stereoscopic photograph, *Een soldaat naast zijn stervende paard onderweg naar Bloemfontein*, captures the poignant scene of a soldier tending to his dying horse during the Second Boer War. Taken in 1901, the image provides a glimpse into the harsh realities faced by those involved in the conflict. The soldier's somber expression and the horse's weakened state evoke feelings of loss and hardship, highlighting the human and animal cost of war. The use of stereoscopic photography, which creates a three-dimensional effect, further immerses the viewer in the scene. This photograph is an important historical document and a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during the Second Boer War.