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The Missionary Training Court at the Congo Exhibition, September 1909 (b / w photo)
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The Missionary Training Court at the Congo Exhibition, September 1909 (b / w photo)
3106188 The Missionary Training Court at the Congo Exhibition, September 1909 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Missionary Training Court at the Congo Exhibition, September 1909. Postcard, early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22968576
© Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a significant moment in history - "The Missionary Training Court at the Congo Exhibition, September 1909". Taken by an English photographer in the early 20th century, this image showcases a scene filled with cultural exchange and religious fervor. In the foreground, we see a group of African converts eagerly participating in card games under the watchful eye of their missionary mentors. The postcard format suggests that this photograph was widely circulated as a means to promote missionary work and raise awareness about their efforts. The setting is the Congo Exhibition, which served as a platform for showcasing various aspects of Congolese culture while also highlighting the influence of Western missionaries. This particular training court symbolizes the ongoing efforts to convert Africans to Christianity during this period. Amongst those present are Reverend J. R. M Stephens and Tom Parkinson, who played crucial roles in baptizing these individuals into their newfound faith. Their presence signifies both guidance and support for these African men on their spiritual journey. This image not only offers us insight into historical events but also serves as a reminder of how religion has been used as a tool for cultural assimilation throughout history. It stands as evidence of both colonialism's impact on indigenous cultures and the resilience shown by those seeking to preserve their traditions amidst change.
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