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Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): Flood after cyclone, ruins of barracks, 1903
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Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): Flood after cyclone, ruins of barracks, 1903
LUX4810022 Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): Flood after cyclone, ruins of barracks, 1903; (add.info.: Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): Flood after cyclone, ruins of barracks, 1903); Photo © Lux-in-Fine
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Antler Cyclone Doom Flood Indochina South East Asia Viet Nam Vietcong Vietnam Vietnam Vietnamese Vietnamese Asian Asian Exterior View
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This haunting image captures the aftermath of a devastating cyclone in Haiphong, Vietnam in 1903. The floodwaters have receded, leaving behind a scene of utter destruction - the ruins of barracks lay scattered amidst the debris. The once sturdy structures now reduced to mere rubble, serving as a stark reminder of nature's awesome power.
The photograph transports us back in time to early 20th century Indochina, under French colonial rule. It is a poignant reminder of the impact that natural disasters can have on communities and infrastructure. The resilience of the Vietnamese people in the face of such adversity is palpable even through this black and white snapshot.
The composition captures not only the physical devastation but also conveys a sense of loss and despair. The twisted metal beams and crumbling walls stand as silent witnesses to the forces at play during that fateful cyclone.
As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of our own vulnerability in the face of nature's wrath. It serves as a powerful testament to both human ingenuity and fragility, encapsulating a moment frozen in time when disaster struck with unrelenting force.
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