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New Caledonia, Isle of Nou, the central prison, from La Depeche Coloniale
661450 New Caledonia, Isle of Nou, the central prison, from La Depeche Coloniale, 1903 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nouvelle Caledonie, penitentier central; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22615490
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Archipelago Caledonian Deportation Imprisonment Isle 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 in 1903 by a French photographer, offers a glimpse into the historical landscape of New Caledonia. The image depicts the central prison on the Isle of Nou, captured from La Depeche Coloniale magazine. As an archipelago located in Melanesia, this territory was once known for its role as a penal colony during colonial times. The photo showcases the isolation and desolation that characterized this penitentiary island in the Pacific Ocean. The towering walls of the prison loom over the surrounding landscape, serving as a stark reminder of punishment and confinement. This print provides valuable insight into New Caledonia's complex history as an overseas department under colonial rule. Through its monochromatic lens, this photograph captures not only physical structures but also hints at the stories and lives contained within those walls. It invites viewers to ponder upon themes such as deportation, imprisonment, and colonialism that were prevalent during that era. Preserved in a private collection and now out of copyright restrictions, this image serves as both a historical artifact and an artistic representation of New Caledonia's past. Its inclusion in eArchives Charmet further solidifies its significance within photographic archives. Overall, this thought-provoking print transports us back to another time while shedding light on important aspects of New Caledonian history through visual storytelling.
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