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A Fez, pendant la fete de l'aid el Kebir: presentation des Cadeaux au Sultan du Maroc... 1916. Creator: Unknown
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A Fez, pendant la fete de l'aid el Kebir: presentation des Cadeaux au Sultan du Maroc... 1916. Creator: Unknown
A Fez, pendant la fete de l'aid el Kebir : presentation des Cadeaux au Sultan du Maroc, dans la Cour de la Maquina. 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916"
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A Fez, pendant la fête de l'Aid el Kebir - presentation des Cadeaux au Sultan du Maroc, 1916
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is a captivating photograph that offers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Fez, Morocco during the First World War. The image, taken from the "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Décembre 1916," depicts a grand presentation of gifts to the Sultan of Morocco, Moulay Youssef (Yusef of Morocco), during the festivities of the Islamic holiday, Aid el-Kebir. The photograph captures the Sultan seated on a raised platform, surrounded by a crowd of people, including French officials and Moroccan dignitaries. The Sultan, dressed in traditional Moroccan attire, is seen graciously accepting gifts from his subjects, while the onlookers eagerly observe the proceedings. In the background, the city walls of Fez, with their intricate fortifications and towering gates, provide a striking backdrop to the scene. The photograph offers a unique insight into the complex relationship between France and Morocco during the First World War. Morocco was a French protectorate at the time, and this image highlights the role of the Sultan as a figurehead of Moroccan royalty, even as the country was under foreign rule. The photograph also underscores the continuity of traditional Moroccan customs and celebrations, despite the political changes taking place during this period. Overall, "A Fez, pendant la fête de l'Aid el Kebir: presentation des Cadeaux au Sultan du Maroc, 1916" is a fascinating historical document that showcases the rich cultural heritage of Morocco during a time of political upheaval. The photograph's composition, with its intricate details and dynamic energy, invites viewers to explore the complex history of this North African city and its people.
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