South Port (Old)
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South Port (Old)
South Port (Old) - Black and white stacked cannon balls in foreground, houses and rock in background Date: circa 1890s
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Media ID 14415810
© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
Balls Cannon Foreground Gibraltar Overseas Stacked Territory
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This evocative photograph, dating back to the late 1890s, captures the historic South Port (Old) in Gibraltar. The image showcases the rich military history of the British Overseas Territory, which was under Spanish rule during this period. In the foreground, a stack of cannon balls rests on the rough, uneven ground, their dark, round shapes starkly contrasting against the lighter tones of the pebbled beach. The cannon balls, remnants of past conflicts, serve as a reminder of the strategic importance of Gibraltar as a fortified outpost. In the background, the silhouettes of houses and a rocky outcrop can be seen. The houses, with their sloping roofs and narrow windows, huddle together, reflecting the close-knit community that thrived in this area. The rocky outcrop, a natural landmark of Gibraltar, rises majestically in the distance, its rugged texture and imposing presence adding to the sense of history and tradition. The lantern slide, which captures this scene, transports us back in time to the late 19th century. The image, with its intriguing composition and timeless quality, offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to explore the stories and secrets that lie hidden within the walls of South Port (Old) in Gibraltar.
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