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Laos - Building a Missionary School
Building a Missionary School at Ban Nong Bua, Khammouan, Laos Date: circa 1910s
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Laos Mission Missionary Stilts
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of construction at a missionary school in Ban Nong Bua, Khammouan, Laos during the 1910s. The image showcases a group of dedicated missionaries and local laborers collaborating to build a wooden structure on stilts, elevated above the lush, verdant landscape. The school, a symbol of education and Christian missionary influence, was being erected in this remote village, bringing the promise of a brighter future to the children of the community. The missionaries, dressed in their traditional attire, are seen working alongside the villagers, their determined expressions reflecting their commitment to the project. The wooden planks and tools scattered around the site attest to the hard labor involved in the construction process. The school, once completed, would provide a vital space for the transmission of knowledge and the cultivation of new skills, transforming the lives of the children in this rural area. The setting, with its serene natural beauty and the contrasting man-made structure, underscores the harmony between the local community and the missionaries. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of education and the spread of Christianity in Laos during the early 20th century. The image is a poignant reminder of the enduring impact of missionary work and the power of community collaboration in shaping the future of a nation.
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