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Royal Navy sailors riding on donkeys, Tangier, Morocco
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Royal Navy sailors riding on donkeys, Tangier, Morocco
Royal Navy sailors riding on donkeys during a sightseeing tour of the Tangier bazaar, Morocco, January 1937.
1937
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of leisure and camaraderie among Royal Navy sailors during a sightseeing tour of the bustling Tangier bazaar in Morocco, January 1937. Dressed in their distinctive uniforms, the sailors ride atop donkeys, their easy smiles and relaxed postures a stark contrast to the rigors of naval life. The exotic backdrop of the North African marketplace, with its narrow alleyways, colorful textiles, and veiled women, adds an air of adventure and mystery to the scene. The Moorish and Islamic influences are evident in the intricate architectural details of the arches and buildings, providing a visual feast for the sailors' eyes. This photograph, taken during the pre-war period of the 1930s, offers a glimpse into a bygone era of travel and exploration, when the world seemed a little more magical and a lot more mysterious.
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