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New Caledonia, Isle of Nou, House of Detention, from La Depeche coloniale
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New Caledonia, Isle of Nou, House of Detention, from La Depeche coloniale
661454 New Caledonia, Isle of Nou, House of Detention, from La Depeche coloniale, 1903 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nouvelle Caledonie, ile de Nou, maison de detention; Nouvelle-Caledonie; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22615264
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Archipelago Bars Caledonian Confinement Deportation Detention Imprisonment Isle Jail Melanesia Melanesian New Caledonia Overseas Department Pacific Ocean Penal Colony Penitentiary Prison Territory Black And White Photograph Punishment
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This photograph, taken by a French photographer in the 20th century, showcases the House of Detention on the Isle of Nou in New Caledonia. The image is part of a private collection and depicts a significant historical site within this Melanesian territory. The House of Detention stands as a stark reminder of New Caledonia's colonial past, serving as a penal colony during that time. This isolated island prison was used to confine individuals who were deemed threats to colonial rule or had committed crimes within the archipelago. The photograph captures the imposing nature of the building, with its sturdy construction and prominent bars symbolizing punishment and confinement. Situated amidst the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, this house represents an era when overseas territories like New Caledonia played crucial roles in European colonialism. As we gaze upon this print from La Depeche coloniale, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand how power dynamics shaped societies across different parts of our world. It serves as a testament to both human resilience and struggle against oppressive systems. Through this image, we gain insight into New Caledonia's complex history while appreciating photography as an art form that can capture moments frozen in time.
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