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Fine Art Print : Bir Rashid in Barh el Gazel, Chad, French legionnaire colonial soldiers on patrol. postcard 1910
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Bir Rashid in Barh el Gazel, Chad, French legionnaire colonial soldiers on patrol. postcard 1910
5305128 Bir Rashid in Barh el Gazel, Chad, French legionnaire colonial soldiers on patrol. postcard 1910 by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Bir Rashid in Barh el Gazel, Chad, French legionnaire colonial soldiers on patrol. postcard 1910); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38517354
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1910 Chad Foreign Legion French Empire Legionnaire Patrol
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse! This stunning image of "Bir Rashid in Barh el Gazel, Chad, French legionnaire colonial soldiers on patrol. postcard 1910" by Bridgeman Images is a rare glimpse into history. Capture the essence of colonial Africa and transport yourself to a bygone era with this unique piece of fine art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33.8cm (21" x 13.3")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a moment in history from 1910, showcasing French legionnaire colonial soldiers on patrol in Bir Rashid, Barh el Gazel, Chad. The soldiers stand tall and proud, representing the power and influence of the French empire during the era of colonialism.
The postcard serves as a window into a bygone time when European nations exerted control over vast territories in Africa. The foreign legionnaires depicted here were part of a larger system of military occupation and governance that shaped the destinies of countless people across the continent.
The stark beauty of the desert landscape provides a striking backdrop to this scene of imperial authority. The soldiers' uniforms and equipment speak to their training and discipline, while their expressions hint at the challenges they faced in an unfamiliar environment far from home.
As we reflect on this image today, we are reminded of both the complexities and consequences of colonial rule. It is a reminder that history is not just about dates and events but also about individuals whose lives were profoundly impacted by forces beyond their control.
Through this postcard from 1910, we are invited to consider how our world has been shaped by moments like these – moments that continue to resonate with meaning and significance even now.
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