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French Victory in Sahara
The French defeat Sahara Touaregs Date: 1900
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Media ID 7146925
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Experience the rich history of the French victory in the Sahara with our stunning Canvas Print of "French Victory in Sahara" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, dated 1900, showcases the French army's triumph over the Saharan Touaregs, transporting you back in time. Our high-quality Canvas Prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the intricate details and vibrant colors of the original artwork. Add this impressive piece to your home or office to inspire and intrigue all who see it."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking photograph captures the moment of French victory over the Touareg tribes in the Sahara Desert in 1900. The image shows a group of French soldiers, proudly holding their flags and rifles, standing amongst the ruins of a Touareg encampment. The vast expanse of the arid desert stretches out behind them, providing a stark backdrop to the scene of conquest. The Touareg people, also known as the Tuareg or Kel Tamasheq, are an ethnic group originating from the Sahara and the Sahel regions of North Africa. They have a rich cultural history, with a unique language, customs, and traditions. However, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, they became a formidable challenge to French colonial expansion in the region. The French military campaign in the Sahara, led by Colonel Marchand, began in 1899 and lasted for several months. The Touaregs, renowned for their horsemanship and military skills, put up a fierce resistance. However, the French, with their superior weaponry and organization, eventually emerged victorious. This photograph commemorates the end of the conflict and the establishment of French control over the Sahara. The event marked a significant milestone in the history of French colonialism in Africa. The French colonial empire in Africa reached its zenith in the early 20th century, encompassing vast territories from the Atlantic Ocean to the Red Sea. The French victory in the Sahara was a crucial step in securing their dominion over the region and expanding their influence in the continent as a whole.
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