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Algeria - Quays and Custom House
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Algeria - Quays and Custom House
Port and quayside at Algiers, looking toward the distinctive Consulate Palace. Note the French flag flying above the Customs Building (and the Palace). Date: circa 1910s
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Algeria Algerian Barrels Consulate Dock Docks Embarkation Quay Quay Side Unloading Water Front
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling quayside at Algiers, Algeria during the late 1910s. The image showcases the vibrant activity along the North African waterfront, with a house and a distinctive palace, the Consulate Palace, towering in the background. The quay is filled with various vessels, from small boats to larger ships, as people and goods are unloaded and embarked. The Consulate Palace, with its grand architecture and the French flag flying proudly above it, serves as a reminder of the strong French influence in Algeria at the time. The Customs Building, also adorned with the French flag, stands prominently on the quay, overseeing the trade and commerce that took place at the port. Barrels and crates are stacked along the quay, waiting to be transported to their final destinations. The waterfront teems with activity, as people go about their daily tasks, from loading and unloading cargo to mending nets and repairing boats. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of Algeria's maritime trade during the colonial era. The quayside at Algiers served as a crucial connection between Africa and Europe, facilitating the exchange of goods and ideas. The image also underscores the diverse cultural influences that shaped Algeria's past and continue to influence its present.
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