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View of The Crescent, Aden
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View of The Crescent, Aden
View of The Crescent, Steamer Point, British colony of Aden (now in Yemen), including the Hotel de l Europe and the Britannia Anonymous Society (cigarette factory). Date: circa 1930s
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling scene at Steamer Point in Aden, a British colony in the Middle East during the 1930s. The Crescent, a popular promenade, is seen in the foreground, with its sweeping curve providing a picturesque backdrop to the harbor. The Hotel de l'Europe, a grand colonial building, dominates the left side of the image, its whitewashed walls and red-tiled roof standing out against the clear blue sky. In the center of the photograph, the Britannia Anonymous Society's cigarette factory can be seen, with its tall chimneys billowing smoke into the air. The factory was a significant symbol of British colonialism in Aden, contributing to the economic development of the region and providing employment opportunities for the local population. The road leading up to the Crescent is lined with trees and pavements, and cars and people can be seen making their way along the street. Telegraph poles stand tall against the backdrop of the harbor, connecting Aden to the wider British Empire. Men in traditional Arab dress can be seen walking along the pavement, adding to the vibrant and diverse mix of cultures and communities that made up life in Aden during this period. The photograph provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a window into the colonial history of Aden and the British Empire in the Middle East during the 1930s.
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