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'Dakar et le palais du gouverneur general; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
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'Dakar et le palais du gouverneur general; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Dakar et le palais du gouverneur general; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914
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This photograph, titled 'Dakar et le palais du gouverneur général; L’Ouest Africain, 1914,' transports us back in time to the colonial era of West Africa. The image, created in the early 20th century, depicts the coastal city of Dakar, Senegal, with a focus on the imposing Governor General's Palace. The palatial building, adorned with European architectural elements, stands proudly against the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean. Dakar, the capital city of Senegal, was a significant French colonial outpost along the West African coast during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The presence of the Governor General's Palace symbolized the French colonial administration's power and influence in the region. The photograph, originally published in the German magazine 'Grande Geographie Bong Illustree' in 1914, showcases the stark contrast between the European colonial structures and the natural beauty of the African coastline. The image captures the essence of the colonial era, a time when European powers sought to expand their empires and exert control over various parts of the world, including Africa. The photograph's composition, with the palace situated in the foreground and the ocean in the background, emphasizes the palpable tension between the European presence and the African landscape. The black and white medium further adds to the timeless and evocative quality of the image, making it a compelling piece of historical documentation and a testament to the complex history of colonialism in Africa.
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