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Clearing the Forest for Tobacco in Sumatra (b/w photo)
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Clearing the Forest for Tobacco in Sumatra (b/w photo)
8674291 Clearing the Forest for Tobacco in Sumatra (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clearing the Forest for Tobacco in Sumatra. Illustration for The World's Commercial Products by W G Freeman,s E Chandler and T A Henry (Pitman, 1908).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 38397476
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Forest Areas Forest Land Forestry Indonesia Indonesia Indonesian Indonesian Smoking Addiction South East Asia Sumatra Tobacco Tobacco Box Tobacco Packet Tobacco Product Asiae Industries
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This print captures the intense labor involved in clearing the forest for tobacco cultivation in Sumatra. The image, taken by an English photographer in the early 20th century, showcases the sheer scale of deforestation required to make way for this lucrative industry.
The workers depicted in the photograph are shown tirelessly cutting down trees and clearing land to make room for tobacco plants. The stark contrast between the dark forest and the open cleared area highlights the impact of human activity on natural landscapes.
This powerful image serves as a reminder of the environmental consequences of industrialization and commercial production. It sheds light on how industries like tobacco farming can have a significant impact on local ecosystems and biodiversity.
The historical context provided by this print adds depth to our understanding of global trade practices and their effects on both people and nature. It prompts us to consider our reliance on products like tobacco, which may come at a high cost to our environment.
Overall, Clearing the Forest for Tobacco in Sumatra is not just a striking visual representation but also a thought-provoking commentary on humanity's relationship with nature and its consequences.
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