The memorial stone of Hendrik Adolf Smit, born on the 23rd of September 1846
and who died on the 30th November 1902,
as a prisoner of war of the Anglo-Boer War,
in the Shahjahanpur's Camp in India.
On the top right of the picture a matchbox,
made of wood with inlaid ivory, can be seen,
made by my grandfather.
Two Indian coins are also visible,
a two Indian "annas" coin from 1902,
as well as a half Indian "annas" coin, of 1895.
These coins were given to my cousin, Michiel Smit,
by his father, Herman Adolf Smit
and are in his possesion today.
made of wood with inlaid ivory, can be seen,
made by my grandfather.
Two Indian coins are also visible,
a two Indian "annas" coin from 1902,
as well as a half Indian "annas" coin, of 1895.
These coins were given to my cousin, Michiel Smit,
by his father, Herman Adolf Smit
and are in his possesion today.
On top centre, there is also a photo of Hendrik Adolf,
already with a much older
appearance.
already with a much older
appearance.
1 comment:
When was the photo taken? Where in Shahjahanpur is the cemetary? Is the memorial stone still visible? More info would be appreciated, as I am planning a visit to Shahjahanpur.
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