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Ivory trafficking: men with African elephant defenses in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania c 1900 (Ivory trade, Tanzania, 1900 ca) Private collection
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Ivory trafficking: men with African elephant defenses in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania c 1900 (Ivory trade, Tanzania, 1900 ca) Private collection
ELD4935851 Ivory trafficking: men with African elephant defenses in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania c 1900 (Ivory trade, Tanzania, 1900 ca) Private collection; (add.info.: Ivory trafficking: men with African elephant defenses in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania c 1900 (Ivory trade, Tanzania, 1900 ca) Private collection); Photo © The Holbarn Archive
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This powerful print captures a disturbing scene from the ivory trade in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania around 1900. In the image, a group of men are seen with African elephant tusks, highlighting the brutal reality of ivory trafficking during that time period.
The exploitation of African elephants for their valuable tusks has long been a dark chapter in human history, driven by greed and profit at the expense of these majestic creatures. The men in the photograph are depicted as perpetrators of this cruel practice, profiting off the illegal trade in ivory.
The image serves as a stark reminder of the destructive impact that humans can have on wildlife populations when driven by greed and disregard for conservation efforts. It is a haunting glimpse into a dark era where animals were ruthlessly hunted and killed for their precious ivory.
As we reflect on this historical photograph, it is important to remember the importance of protecting endangered species like African elephants from such exploitation. Through education, awareness, and strong enforcement measures against poaching and illegal wildlife trade, we can work towards ensuring a safer future for these magnificent creatures. Let us learn from our past mistakes and strive to create a more sustainable coexistence with nature.
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