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Arrival of the mail at a Scheutist mission, Belgian Congo, 1892 (b / w photo)
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Arrival of the mail at a Scheutist mission, Belgian Congo, 1892 (b / w photo)
7148613 Arrival of the mail at a Scheutist mission, Belgian Congo, 1892 (b/w photo) by Belgian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arrival of the mail at a Scheutist mission, Belgian Congo, 1892. Illustration from Les Merveilles du Congo Belge (c1930).); © Look and Learn
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Air Mail Cathoic Colonialist Colonisation Colonist Colonists Colonizer Colony Congo Congolese Mail Mission Missionaries Missionary Post Postage Read Roman Catholicism Belgians Belgium Belgian Benelux Countries Catholic Religion Central Africa Imam Photography Art Stone Church
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The print captures a significant moment in history - the arrival of mail at a Scheutist mission in the Belgian Congo, 1892. The image, taken by an anonymous Belgian photographer from the 19th century, showcases the bustling activity surrounding this event. Intriguingly, this particular photograph is part of a private collection and was featured in "Les Merveilles du Congo Belge" (c1930), highlighting its historical significance. The scene depicts African individuals eagerly awaiting the delivery of letters and packages, showcasing their connection to the wider world beyond their remote location. This snapshot offers insights into life during early twentieth-century Africa. It reflects Belgium's colonial presence in Central Africa and sheds light on themes such as communication, religion, and cultural exchange. Notably present are Catholic priests alongside other religious figures like imams, emphasizing both Christian and Islamic influences within this colonial context. The image also serves as a reminder of European colonization's impact on indigenous populations across Africa. It symbolizes how colonizers brought not only infrastructure but also new forms of communication that connected these distant regions with Europe. Overall, this print provides viewers with a glimpse into an important chapter in history where cultures collided amidst colonialism's complex dynamics.
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