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Office of colonial agent Hecker in French Equatorial Africa
Office (Factorerie) of colonial agent A. Hecker in Pointe-Noire, a city on the west coast of French Equatorial Africa (Afrique Ú▒Áatoriale franþí®se, AEF; today Republic of the Congo). The colony comprised territories of present-day Chad, the Central African Republic, Cameroon, the Republic of the Congo, and Gabon. Date: circa 1910
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Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
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This evocative photograph captures the office of colonial agent A. Hecker in the bustling city of Pointe-Noire, located on the west coast of French Equatorial Africa (AFrique Équatoriale Française, AEF) around 1910. The AEF was a French colonial entity that governed territories now known as Chad, the Central African Republic, Cameroon, the Republic of the Congo, and Gabon. The image reveals a well-appointed office, with a large wooden desk and high-backed chair occupying the center. A map of the African continent adorns the wall behind the desk, while shelves filled with books and documents line the room's perimeter. A window offers a glimpse of the vibrant cityscape outside, with palm trees and colorful buildings visible through the glass. Agent Hecker, a representative of the French colonial administration, would have conducted various administrative tasks from this office, including overseeing local governance, managing resources, and implementing French policies. The presence of such a well-equipped office underscores the significant influence and reach of the colonial powers during this era. Pointe-Noire, a major port city, was an essential hub for the French colonial enterprise in Africa. The city's strategic location on the Atlantic Ocean facilitated trade and communication between the various territories under French control. Today, Pointe-Noire remains an important economic center in the Republic of the Congo, showcasing the lasting impact of the colonial era on the region's development.
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