Crowds waiting, Celebes, Indonesia (Sulawesi)
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Crowds waiting, Celebes, Indonesia (Sulawesi)
Crowds waiting for a Chinese warship on the island of Celebes, Indonesia (Sulawesi), part of the Dutch East Indies at this time. Date: circa 1908
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Celebes Crowds Indies Indonesia Jetty Netherlands Pier Sulawesi Wait Waiting
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In this evocative photograph from the early 1900s, a large crowd gathers on the coast of the Indonesian island of Celebes, now known as Sulawesi, eagerly awaiting the arrival of a Chinese warship. The Dutch East Indies, which included present-day Indonesia, was a colonial territory of the Netherlands during this time. The image captures the excitement and anticipation of the crowd as they gather on the pier or jetty, some perched on the edge for a better view, while others stand further back, chatting and looking out to sea. Boats of various sizes are moored in the water, ready to transport passengers and goods to and from the warship. The calm waters of the coastline stretch out behind the crowd, reflecting the clear blue sky above. The lush greenery of the island can be seen in the background, adding to the sense of tropical paradise. The arrival of the Chinese warship would have been a significant event in the lives of the people of Celebes, as trade and cultural exchanges between the Dutch colonial authorities and the Chinese community were an important part of life in the Dutch East Indies. The photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and diverse cultural influences that shaped this region during the colonial era. This image, with its timeless quality and sense of anticipation, is a poignant reminder of the complex and intricate web of relationships that existed between different communities in the Dutch East Indies during the early 1900s. It invites us to reflect on the complex history of colonialism and the enduring impact it continues to have on the world today.
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