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MADIS DESERTION / STANLEY
Emin Pasha relief expedition : the desertion of the Madis leads to a battle between them and those who remain loyal Date: 1888
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1888 Emin Exploration Leads Loyal Pasha Remain Stanley Desertion
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This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of a pivotal moment in the Emin Pasha Relief Expedition of 1888, led by renowned explorer Henry Morton Stanley. The Madis, a local African militia, are seen here in the midst of deserting the expedition, having grown disillusioned with the leadership and conditions of the relief mission. The Emin Pasha Relief Expedition was mounted by the Royal Geographical Society and the British government to rescue Emin Pasha, the governor-general of Equatoria Province in the Congo Free State, who was under siege by local forces. Stanley, who had previously gained fame for his discovery of David Livingstone in 1871, was chosen to lead the relief effort. However, the expedition faced numerous challenges, including harsh desert conditions, dwindling supplies, and the reluctance of the Madis to continue their service. In this image, the Madis are seen abandoning the expedition, carrying their belongings and livestock, with some even riding off on horseback. The desertion of the Madis led to a tense and volatile situation, as those who remained loyal to Stanley and Emin Pasha were left to face the threat of attack from the deserters and their allies. A battle ensued, during which the loyalists were able to repel the attack and maintain control of the expedition's camp. This photograph provides a powerful visual record of the complex and often fraught dynamics of European exploration and colonialism in Africa during the late 19th century. It underscores the challenges and uncertainties that explorers and their followers faced in unfamiliar and often hostile environments, and the importance of maintaining discipline and loyalty in the face of adversity.
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