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The Isle of Mussowah, in the Red Sea, the head-quarters of the Abyssinian Relief Mission, 1865. Creator: Unknown
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The Isle of Mussowah, in the Red Sea, the head-quarters of the Abyssinian Relief Mission, 1865. Creator: Unknown
The Isle of Mussowah, in the Red Sea, the head-quarters of the Abyssinian Relief Mission, 1865. Engraving from a sketch by Lieutenant S. S. Jacob, of the Bombay Staff Corps, Assistant Engineer at Aden, of '...the head-quarters, at present, of the Special Mission sent to effect the release of the Abyssinian captives and the place where Consul Cameron used to reside...Mussowah,...belonging now to the dominions of the Pacha of Egypt, is an island, about half a mile long and a quarter of a mile broad, only a few hundred yards from the African coast. Like many other islands in the Red Sea, it is of coral formation, and elevated from 12 to 20 ft. above the level of the sea. There is not a spring of water to be found in the island; not a tree or blade of grass for the eye to rest on. Half the island is used as a Mussulman burying-ground, near which is the Roman Catholic chapel, shown to the left (the east). Christians are not allowed to bury on the island, but find a resting-place for their dead in another island (Tawil Oude) shown at the extreme right...The other half of Mussowah is inhabited, but the few miserable houses and mat huts comprise the whole town...Turkish steamers run from Suez to Jeddah, whence native boats come across to Mussowah'. From "Illustrated London News", 1865
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**A Desolate yet Historic Isle: The Headquarters of Abyssinian Relief Mission**
In this poignant photograph, taken in 1865, lies a desolate and barren island - Mussowah, located in the Red Sea. This tiny isle, measuring half a mile long and quarter-mile broad, serves as the headquarters for the Special Mission sent to liberate Abyssinian captives. The once-residence of Consul Cameron now stands vacant, surrounded by nothing but sand and sea.
The island's stark landscape tells a story of isolation - not a single spring or blade of grass can be found on this barren terrain. Half the isle has been consecrated as a Mussulman burial ground, where Muslims lay their loved ones to rest. The Roman Catholic chapel stands in solemn silence at the eastern edge.
The other half of Mussowah is home to meager dwellings and mat huts, comprising the entire town's population. Turkish steamers transport travelers from Suez to Jeddah, while native boats ferry people across these waters. This photograph captures a moment in time when aid was desperately needed for those affected by conflict and strife.
In this hauntingly beautiful image, we are reminded of the resilience of humanity amidst adversity - a testament to the enduring spirit that drives us towards compassion and relief.
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