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Livingstone and Stanley going from Ujiji to the Rusizi River, 1871
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Livingstone and Stanley going from Ujiji to the Rusizi River, 1871
Livingstone and Stanley going from Ujiji to the Rusizi River, 1871. Ujiji (in what is now Tanzania) was the site of the famous meeting on 10 November 1871 between Henry Morton Stanley and Dr David Livingstone, when Stanley said Dr. Livingstone, I presume?. Illustration from the The Graphic, (3 August 1872)
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Bula Matari David David Livingstone Dr David Livingstone Dr Livingstone Henry Morton Henry Morton Stanley John Rowlands Livingstone Missionary Print Collector5 Rowing Boat Sir Henry Morton Sir Henry Morton Stanley Stanley Tanzania Kigoma Ujiji
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This print captures a significant moment in history - the iconic meeting between two great explorers, Livingstone and Stanley. Taken in 1871, the image showcases their journey from Ujiji to the Rusizi River, located in what is now Tanzania. In this engraving from The Graphic, we see a rowing boat gliding gracefully on the tranquil waters of the river. Two men are seated inside, one being Dr. David Livingstone himself, a renowned missionary and explorer. The other man is Sir Henry Morton Stanley, who famously uttered the words "Dr. Livingstone, I presume?" during their encounter. The scene exudes an air of adventure and discovery as these brave souls navigate through uncharted territory in pursuit of knowledge and understanding. Both men dedicated their lives to exploring Africa's vast landscapes and uncovering its mysteries. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this image while emphasizing the historical significance of this meeting. It serves as a reminder of humanity's insatiable curiosity about our world and our relentless quest for exploration. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph print today, we are transported back to that pivotal moment when two extraordinary individuals crossed paths amidst Africa's breathtaking beauty – forever etching their names into history books as pioneers who pushed boundaries and expanded our understanding of the world around us.
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