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Crossing the Sahara by car: caravan of five cars equipped with caterpillars to cross
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Crossing the Sahara by car: caravan of five cars equipped with caterpillars to cross
XEE4186898 Crossing the Sahara by car: caravan of five cars equipped with caterpillars to cross the desert of Touggout to Timbuktu and allow Europeans to explore only known areas of the Tuareg. Here in the village of Ouargla. Engraving in " Le petit Journal Illustre", on 31/12/1922 by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: private collection); Stefano Bianchetti; out of copyright
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This print takes us back in time to the early 20th century, when European explorers embarked on daring adventures across the vast Sahara desert. The image showcases a caravan of five cars equipped with caterpillar tracks, known as "caterpillars" making their way through the arid landscape. The purpose of this expedition was to enable Europeans to explore previously uncharted territories inhabited by the Tuareg people. These nomadic tribes had long been shrouded in mystery, and this journey aimed to shed light on their culture and way of life. In this particular scene captured by an anonymous engraver for "Le petit Journal Illustre" in 1922, we find ourselves in the village of Ouargla. The dusty streets are lined with curious locals who have gathered to witness this extraordinary spectacle unfold before their eyes. The sheer determination etched on the faces of both the European explorers and local villagers is palpable. It symbolizes a shared curiosity about distant lands and cultures that transcends language barriers or cultural differences. As we gaze upon this historic moment frozen in time, it serves as a reminder of humanity's insatiable thirst for knowledge and adventure. This remarkable print by Stefano Bianchetti allows us to connect with a pivotal era of exploration that forever changed our understanding of Africa's vast landscapes and its diverse peoples.
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