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New Zealand, 1890s: Post Office (b/w photo)
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New Zealand, 1890s: Post Office (b/w photo)
8662603 New Zealand, 1890s: Post Office (b/w photo) by New Zealand Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Post Office. Illustration for The Imperial Album of New Zealand Scenery (McKee & Gamble and Wheeler & Son, 1897). Wheeler & Son were photographers in Christchurch, and McKee & Gamble were Photo Engravers in Wellington.); © Look and Learn
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Aotearoa Dominion Of New Zealand Main Post Office New Zealand New Zealander New Zealanders Newzealand Old Post Office Parcel Service Polynesia Polynesians Polynesisch Post Office Post Offices Postal Service Postal Services Postoffice
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This print of New Zealand in the 1890s showcases the bustling activity outside a Post Office. The architectural details of the building are striking, with intricate designs that reflect the grandeur of the era. People can be seen going about their daily business, perhaps mailing letters or parcels to loved ones near and far.
The image transports us back in time to a period when postal services were vital for communication across long distances. The Post Office served as a hub of connectivity, bringing people together through written correspondence and packages exchanged between towns and cities.
As we gaze at this snapshot from history, we are reminded of the importance of preserving our heritage and traditions. The Post Office represented more than just a place to send mail; it was a symbol of community and connection in an ever-changing world.
Through the lens of this 19th-century photograph, we catch a glimpse of life in New Zealand during a time when technology was rapidly advancing but human connection remained at the heart of society. It is moments like these that remind us to cherish our past while looking towards a future filled with promise and possibility.
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