Zanzibar, after the bombardment in 1896 (Anglo-Zanzibar War)
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Zanzibar, after the bombardment in 1896 (Anglo-Zanzibar War)
Zanzibar, after the bombardment in 1896. (Anglo-Zanzibar War sometimes known a the worlds shortest war ). Date: 1896
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1896 Anglo Bombardment Shortest Worlds Zanzibar
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Zanzibar, after the Bombardment in 1896: A Scene of Destruction and Transformation (Anglo-Zanzibar War) This evocative image captures the aftermath of the Anglo-Zanzibar War, a brief yet pivotal moment in the history of Zanzibar and East Africa. The date is August 27, 1896, and the photograph was taken following the intense 35-minute bombardment of Zanzibar Town by the British Royal Navy. The war, which is also known as the 'world's shortest war,' was instigated by the deposition of the pro-German Sultan of Zanzibar, Khalifa bin Harub, and the subsequent installation of a British-backed successor, Hamad bin Thuwaini. The photograph reveals the devastating consequences of the bombardment, with the once-vibrant streets of Zanzibar Town reduced to a scene of destruction. Smoke rises from the ruins of buildings, and the harbor is filled with the wreckage of ships that were either damaged or destroyed during the conflict. The image also highlights the presence of British warships in the harbor, signaling the beginning of a new era for Zanzibar as a British protectorate. Despite the destruction, the photograph also conveys a sense of transformation. The Anglo-Zanzibar War marked the end of the Zanzibar Sultanate's independent rule and the beginning of British colonial rule. It also paved the way for the eventual unification of Zanzibar and Tanganyika (modern-day Tanzania) under British administration. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the historical significance of this brief yet transformative moment in the history of East Africa.
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