Registering Fellaheen
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Registering Fellaheen
Registering Fellaheen for military service, Luxor. Date: circa 1886
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1886 Examining Luxor Measuring Names Pleading Recruitment Registering Fellaheen Malnourished
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This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in the registration process for military conscription among the fellaheen, or peasant farmers, of Luxor, Egypt, circa 1886. The scene unfolds in a makeshift registration tent, where an officer meticulously examines and records the details of each recruit. The fellaheen, many of whom appear malnourished and weary, are shown pleading their cases, perhaps seeking exemptions or leniency. The officer, with a stern expression, measures and records the names, heights, and other vital statistics of the recruits, ensuring that they are fit for military service. The atmosphere is tense, as the weight of responsibility rests heavily upon the shoulders of those responsible for the welfare and security of their community. This image offers a glimpse into the complex and often challenging realities of colonial administration and military recruitment in Egypt during the late 19th century. The fellaheen, who made up the vast majority of the population, were essential to the economic and agricultural lifeblood of the region, yet they were also subject to the demands and demands of the colonial authorities. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of military conscription, and the ways in which it intersected with broader social, economic, and political dynamics in Egypt during this period. The photograph also highlights the importance of historical records and visual documentation in shedding light on the experiences and perspectives of marginalized communities in the past.
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