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'Mission-House of the Catholics at the Gaboon; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
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'Mission-House of the Catholics at the Gaboon; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
Mission-House of the Catholics at the Gaboon; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]
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1870s Bates Henry Walter Bates Hw Cassell Petter Galpin Central Africa Colonisation Community Gabon Gabonese Griffon Du Bellay Marie Theophile Henry Walter Bates Hw Bates Illustrated Travels Marie Theophile Griffon Du Bellay Mission Palm Tree Palm Trees Palms Petter And Galpin Settlement Cassell Roman Catholicism
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Mission-House of the Catholics at Gaboon, The Gaboon
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is an evocative photograph taken in the late 1870s, showcasing the Mission House of the Catholics nestled amidst the lush vegetation of Gabon, Central Africa. The image is taken from Henry Walter Bates' "Illustrated Travels," published by Cassell, Petter, and Galpin in London around 1880. The photograph offers a captivating glimpse into the colonial era of Africa, with the Mission House standing proudly against a backdrop of towering palm trees and a serene, scenic landscape. The building, with its distinctive whitewashed walls and red-tiled roof, appears as a beacon of Christianity and European influence in the heart of Africa. The surrounding community of Gabonese people is depicted in the photograph, adding a sense of vibrancy and diversity to the image. The people, dressed in various shades of white and black, are engaged in their daily activities, providing a fascinating insight into the lives of the local population during this period. The photograph also serves as a testament to the extensive travels of Henry Walter Bates, a British naturalist and explorer, who documented his journeys through Africa and South America. The image, taken by an unknown photographer, is a valuable addition to the historical record of the colonial era and the spread of Christianity in Africa. The Mission House at Gaboon stands as a symbol of the complex interplay between nature, culture, and religion during the colonial period. The palms and trees, which dominate the landscape, provide a stark contrast to the man-made structures, highlighting the delicate balance between the natural world and human settlement. Overall, this photograph offers a captivating and thought-provoking glimpse into the past, inviting viewers to reflect on the historical significance of this period in African history.
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