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Vietnamese woman on a plantation, wearing tribal costume. Colonial, Vietnam, 1895 (b/w photo)
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Vietnamese woman on a plantation, wearing tribal costume. Colonial, Vietnam, 1895 (b/w photo)
5669661 Vietnamese woman on a plantation, wearing tribal costume. Colonial, Vietnam, 1895 (b/w photo); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38101324
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Annam Indochina Plantation South East Asia Vietcong Vietnam Vietnam Vietnamese Vietnamese
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This print captures a Vietnamese woman on a plantation, adorned in traditional tribal costume. The year is 1895, during the colonial era in Vietnam. The woman's attire reflects her cultural heritage, with intricate patterns and designs that speak to centuries of tradition.
In this snapshot from history, we catch a glimpse of life in Indochina as it was over a century ago. The lush greenery of the plantation serves as a backdrop to the woman's striking presence, highlighting the contrast between her timeless beauty and the encroaching forces of colonialism.
As we study this image, we are reminded of the resilience and strength of the Vietnamese people in the face of outside influences. Despite being caught up in larger geopolitical struggles, this woman stands tall and proud in her tribal garb, embodying a sense of identity that transcends borders and time periods.
Through this photograph, we are transported back to a pivotal moment in Vietnamese history - one that shaped not only their culture but also their collective memory. It serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities inherent in colonization and its lasting impact on societies around the world.
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