Missionary Life in East Africa, 1890. Creator: Unknown

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Missionary Life in East Africa, 1890. Creator: Unknown

Missionary Life in East Africa, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

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Charity Conversion East Africa East African Family Life Missionary The Graphic Vignette British Empire

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published in The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper in 1890, offers a captivating vignette into the daily life of British missionaries in East Africa during the late 19th century. The photograph, created by an unknown artist, portrays a missionary family in their humble abode, surrounded by the exotic landscape of the African continent. The missionary, a British man with a serious expression, sits at a table, engrossed in his work, while his wife, a kind-faced woman in a Victorian-era dress, attends to their East African children. The children, dressed in European clothing, play with toys and appear curious about their surroundings. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the charitable endeavors of the British Missionary Society during the colonial era. The missionaries were instrumental in spreading Christianity and education throughout the African continent, often living in remote locations and enduring challenging conditions. The photograph also highlights the intersection of cultures, as the missionary family adapts to their new environment while attempting to instill European values and beliefs in the local population. The print, which is part of the extensive collection at The Print Collector, offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing valuable insights into the lives of missionaries and their families during the British colonial period in Africa. The image, with its timeless composition and evocative details, continues to resonate with viewers, offering a poignant reminder of the complex history of the British Empire and its impact on the African continent.

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