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1940s East Africa - searching for water Somaliland, Somalia
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1940s East Africa - searching for water Somaliland, Somalia
1940s East Africa - searching for water, dried up river bed Italian Somaliland, Somalia, Baidoa
Photograph by a British army recruitment officer stationed in East Africa and the Middle East during World War II
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Occupation Skill Tribal World War Ii World War Two
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of struggle and determination in the arid landscape of Italian Somaliland, Somalia during the 1940s. The image was taken by a British army recruitment officer stationed in East Africa and the Middle East during World War II. The scene depicts a group of local men and women, dressed in traditional attire, searching for water in a dried-up river bed. The harsh, sun-scorched terrain, with its barren vegetation and dusty ground, underscores the urgency of their quest. The British officer's presence in this remote region was part of the larger imperial project of the time, as European powers sought to expand their influence and control over African territories. The officer's role in documenting the daily lives of the local population was not only a means of recording history but also a way to promote the idea of joining the British army as a valuable skill and occupation. The photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of the tribal communities in this region during the 1940s. The men, with their lean bodies and focused expressions, appear to be in a state of concentration as they search for water, while the women, with their colorful clothing and determined gazes, demonstrate their resilience and resourcefulness. This vintage image not only provides a historical record of a bygone era but also highlights the human spirit and ingenuity in the face of adversity. The search for water in the arid landscape of East Africa during the 1940s was a daily struggle for survival, and this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges and hardships faced by the local population during this time.
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