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Jamaican man rafting under the bridge down the Rio Grand, Ja
Jamaican man rafting under the bridge down the Rio Grande in Jamaica. Man with back to the camera Date: 1976
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1976 Camera Grande Jamaica Jamaican Rafting
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1. Title: "Jamaican Rafter Navigates under the Bridge on the Rio Grande, 1976" 2. Description: This evocative black-and-white photograph captures a moment of adventure and resilience as a Jamaican man skillfully maneuvers his raft beneath the old stone bridge that spans the Rio Grande River in Jamaica. Dressed in a simple white t-shirt and shorts, the man, with his back to the camera, focuses intently on the task at hand, using a long pole to guide his raft through the rapids. The bridge, a relic of colonial history, looms in the background, its arches casting intricate shadows on the water's surface. The lush greenery of the Jamaican landscape frames the scene, with the sun peeking through the dense foliage, casting dappled light on the water. The year is 1976, and the image transports us to a time when the natural beauty of Jamaica's rivers was a source of excitement and livelihood for its people. 3. Keywords: Jamaica, Rio Grande, rafting, bridge, man, 1970s, seventies, adventure, resilience, colonial history, nature, landscape, sun, greenery. 4. Context: The Rio Grande River, which flows from the Blue Mountains of Jamaica to the Caribbean Sea, has long been a source of fascination for visitors and locals alike. In the 1970s, rafting on the Rio Grande was a popular activity, with local guides leading tourists on thrilling journeys through the rapids. This photograph captures the essence of that era, showcasing the raw beauty of the river and the determination of the Jamaican people to make the most of their natural resources. 5. Copyright: This photograph is available for licensing through Mary Evans Picture Library, reference number: MEV013113. It is important to note that this image is subject to copyright and cannot be used for commercial purposes without obtaining the necessary permissions from the copyright holder.
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