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The Guard-house of Humaita, Paraguay, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
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The Guard-house of Humaita, Paraguay, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
The Guard-house of Humaita, Paraguay, 1864. 'The people are little better than savages, and immense tracts of fertile land are still a wilderness; but there are signs of improvement. We are indebted to Mr. David Powell, who lately travelled in that region, for the sketch we have engraved, giving a view of Humaita, the great military station of Paraguay, which is reached soon after entering the Rio Paraguay from the Parana. It is situated on a curve of the river, the batteries extending for about half a mile. The guns are on earthworks, under thatched sheds, but it is rather doubtful whether they are all mounted, and no stranger is allowed to inspect the place. It owes its present existence to the presence of a Brazilian squadron in the river a few years ago. The force kept there varies from 12,000 to 20,000 men...The service is compulsory, and little or no pay is given. The sentries are stationed in a sort of pigeon-house high above all the buildings - one of which is shown in the Engraving'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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This print by Mason Jackson captures the Guard-house of Humaita, Paraguay in 1864. The image provides a glimpse into the military station of Paraguay, situated on a curve of the Rio Paraguay. The scene depicts earthworks with thatched sheds housing guns, extending for about half a mile along the river.
The description accompanying the photograph paints a vivid picture of life at Humaita during that time - where immense tracts of fertile land remained untouched and its people were described as little better than savages. The presence of a Brazilian squadron in the river played a significant role in shaping the existence of this military stronghold.
One striking detail highlighted is the compulsory service at Humaita, where men were required to serve without much pay or freedom. Sentries were stationed high above all buildings in what was described as a "pigeon-house", adding an element of mystery and intrigue to this remote outpost.
Mason Jackson's skillful capture not only showcases the physical aspects of Humaita but also offers insight into its historical significance and societal dynamics during that era. This print serves as both a visual record and historical document, shedding light on an important chapter in Paraguayan history.
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