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Livingstones Grave
Sightseers respectfully examine the slab marking the grave of DAVID LIVINGSTONE, Scottish missionary and traveller, whose body was brought here from Africa. Date: 1873
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1. Title: A Pilgrimage to Livingstone's Grave - Sightseers Pay Their Respects (1873) This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in history as visitors carefully examine the grave slab of the renowned Scottish missionary and explorer, David Livingstone. The image, taken in 1873, shows a group of sightseers gathered around the grave, their expressions reflecting a deep sense of reverence and respect. David Livingstone (1813-1873) was a pioneering figure in African exploration and missionary work. Born in Scotland, he dedicated his life to spreading the gospel and exploring the vast, unexplored territories of Africa. Livingstone's most famous expedition led him to the discovery of Victoria Falls in 1855, which he named in honor of Queen Victoria. His explorations opened up large parts of Central Africa to the Western world, and his writings about the region brought it to international attention. In 1873, Livingstone's body was brought back to Scotland and interred in Westminster Abbey. However, his heart was sent to his wife, Missionary Mary Moffat, who had asked for it to be buried in Africa. In accordance with her wishes, Livingstone's heart was later interred in Chitambo, in what is now Zambia. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a poignant reminder of the enduring legacy of one of Scotland's most celebrated sons. The sightseers in the image, dressed in their Victorian finery, pay their respects to a man who had dedicated his life to the exploration and understanding of the world beyond Europe's shores. The grave slab, with its simple yet eloquent inscription, serves as a testament to Livingstone's indomitable spirit and his enduring impact on history.
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