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Street scene with fire crew, Punda, Curacao, West Indies
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Street scene with fire crew, Punda, Curacao, West Indies
Street scene with fire crew near Wilhelmina Square, Punda, Curacao, West Indies, with a large department store, Casa Abady. Date: circa 1930
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Barrel Caribbean Casa Crew Curacao Debris Department Hose Hosepipe Indies Language Pump Rubble Ruin Ruined Shopping Store Wilhelmina Fireman Firemen Furniture Punda
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This evocative photograph captures a bustling street scene in Punda, Curacao, a vibrant district in the West Indies, during the 1930s. The image, taken circa 1930, depicts a large crowd gathered around Wilhelmina Square, the heart of the commercial area. At the center of the scene, a group of brave firemen from the local fire department are hard at work, attempting to extinguish a blaze that has engulfed a section of Casa Abady, a large and well-known department store. The store, with its distinctive Spanish colonial architecture, is seen in ruins, its once grand facade now reduced to rubble and debris. The firemen, dressed in their uniforms and wearing protective gear, are seen working diligently, using hoses and pumps to put out the flames. The crowd, a mix of curious onlookers and concerned residents, watches the scene unfold, some offering assistance and others simply taking in the spectacle. The street is filled with the sounds of sirens, shouts, and the hiss of water being sprayed from the hoses. Amidst the chaos, everyday life continues, with people going about their business, carrying furniture and clothing from the ruined store, and haggling over prices in the nearby shops. The scene is a snapshot of life in Curacao during the 1930s, a time of change and resilience in the face of adversity. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich history and vibrant culture of this Caribbean island, and the strength and community spirit of its people.
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