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The Prison and Guard at Tetuan; A Ride to Gebel-Mousa, in North-Western Barbary, 1875. Creator: Trorey Blackmore
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The Prison and Guard at Tetuan; A Ride to Gebel-Mousa, in North-Western Barbary, 1875. Creator: Trorey Blackmore
The Prison and Guard at Tetuan; A Ride to Gebel-Mousa, in North-Western Barbary, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin
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1870s Africans Bates Henry Walter Bates Hw Cassell Petter Galpin Guard Henry Walter Bates Hw Bates Illustrated Travels Morocco North Africa North African Penitentiary Petter And Galpin Prison Barbary Coast Cassell
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The Prison and Guard at Tetuan; A Ride to Gebel-Mousa, in North-Western Barbary," is a captivating photograph taken by Trorey Blackmore in the late 1870s. The image is part of Henry Walter Bates' "Illustrated Travels," published by Cassell, Petter, and Galpin in London around 1880. The photograph depicts a scene from Morocco, specifically in the city of Tetuan, located on the Barbary Coast of North Africa. In the foreground, a guard stands tall and alert, his rifle slung over his shoulder, keeping watch over a group of African prisoners. The prisoners, dressed in tattered clothing, are seen huddled together, their expressions revealing a mix of resignation and despair. The background of the photograph reveals the imposing walls of the prison, with its arched windows and intricate stonework. The scene is set against the backdrop of the rugged North African terrain, with the rolling hills and rocky cliffs of Gebel-Mousa visible in the distance. The photograph offers a glimpse into the criminal justice system of the time in North Africa, as well as the living conditions of the prisoners. It also highlights the stark contrast between the European guard and the African prisoners, reflecting the colonial power dynamics of the era. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the complex history of North Africa and its people, and the ongoing legacy of colonialism. It is a valuable addition to any collection of historical photographs, and a testament to the power of visual storytelling.
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