The Kanaka Labour Question In Queensland: Islanders Returning To Their Native Country After Having Served Their Time

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The Kanaka Labour Question In Queensland: Islanders Returning To Their Native Country After Having Served Their Time

The Kanaka Labour Question In Queensland: Islanders Returning To Their Native Country After Having Served Their Time, Australia, 1892 Engraving

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1892 Engraving Australia Country Labour Native Queensland Question Returning Served Time 19th Century Engraving Having Islanders Kanaka

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This vintage engraving, titled "The Kanaka Labour Question In Queensland: Islanders Returning To Their Native Country After Having Served Their Time" captures a poignant moment in Australian history. Created in 1892, this nineteenth-century engraving showcases the illustrative technique and artistic style of that era. In this evocative image, we see a group of islanders from Queensland making their way back to their native country after completing their labor contracts. The engraver skillfully portrays the weariness on their faces as they carry with them the weight of their experiences working in Australia's labor force. This artwork sheds light on an important historical issue known as the "Kanaka Labour Question". During this time period, many Pacific Islanders were brought to Queensland as indentured laborers under controversial circumstances. This engraving serves as a visual representation of these individuals' journey back home after fulfilling their contractual obligations. Through its retro-styled composition and attention to detail, this historic art piece offers us a glimpse into the cultural dynamics and social challenges faced by both settlers and indigenous communities during Australia's colonial past. It invites viewers to reflect upon the complex interplay between migration, labor exploitation, and questions of identity within Victorian society. As we contemplate this engraved image from over a century ago, it reminds us of our responsibility to learn from history while striving for greater understanding and inclusivity in our present-day society.

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