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Hospital in Dar es Salaam, East Africa, WW1
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Hospital in Dar es Salaam, East Africa, WW1
Hospital in Dar es Salaam, East Africa (now in Tanzania), January 1917, during WW1.
1917
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This evocative photograph captures the scene at the Dar es Salaam Hospital in East Africa, now modern-day Tanzania, during the First World War in January 1917. The image offers a poignant glimpse into the wartime medical efforts that took place on the African continent. The hospital buildings, with their red-tiled roofs and whitewashed walls, stand proud against the backdrop of a clear blue sky. The large, imposing structures exude a sense of order and organization, a testament to the dedication of the medical personnel who worked tirelessly to care for the wounded soldiers. The hospital grounds are bustling with activity. Soldiers, some bandaged and wearing military uniforms, can be seen milling about, while others are seated on benches or lying on cots, awaiting treatment. Nurses in crisp white uniforms move between the patients, attending to their needs with compassion and care. The hospital was a vital hub of medical activity during the war, serving as a base for the British Expeditionary Force and the Indian Army. It treated soldiers from various theaters of the war, including those who had been injured in the East African Campaign. The hospital was also a center for the training of African nurses, who played a crucial role in providing care to their own communities and to the soldiers under their care. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by medical personnel and soldiers during the First World War, and the vital role that hospitals played in providing care and support to those in need. It is a powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of those who served, and the enduring legacy of the medical advances made during this period.
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