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The modern police of Madagascar, 1894 (print on double-weight paper)
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The modern police of Madagascar, 1894 (print on double-weight paper)
3566961 The modern police of Madagascar, 1894 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Madagascar, Africa
1894
Photographer: Catat, Louis); Alinari Archives, Florence
Media ID 38443064
© Alinari Archives, Florence / Bridgeman Images
Anthropology Armed Forces And Military Life Bayonet Black Africans Ethnography And Folklore Fashion And Clothing Military Equipment Negroid Populations Of Social Conditions Population And Nationality Society And Politics Defensive Weapon Infantry Weapon
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This striking print captures a glimpse of the modern police force in Madagascar in 1894, showcasing a moment frozen in time. The image, captured by photographer Louis Catat, offers a window into the social conditions and military life of this African nation during that era.
The men depicted in the photograph are armed with an array of weapons and armaments, highlighting the defensive capabilities of the police force at that time. Their uniforms and military equipment speak to their role as protectors of society, standing ready to defend against any threat that may arise.
The portrait also sheds light on aspects of poverty and inequality present within Madagascar during this period. The black Africans shown in the image are dressed in clothing indicative of their social status, while also displaying a sense of pride and strength through their posture and demeanor.
Overall, this print serves as a valuable historical document, offering insights into not only the military practices and weaponry used by the police force in Madagascar but also providing a snapshot of daily life for negroid populations living on the island. It is a reminder of how images can capture moments from our past that continue to resonate with us today.
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