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Man from Samegrelo - Georgia
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Man from Samegrelo - Georgia
Man from Samegrelo (Samargalo, Megrelia or Mingrelia) - a historic province in the western part of Georgia, formerly also known as Odishi. The Megrelians are an ethnic subgroup of the Georgians. He is wearing a white wool Cherkesska jacket with 20 gaziri cartridge holders and has both a sword and dagger hung on his belt. Date: circa 1910s
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This photograph captures the image of a proud and formidable man from the historic province of Samegrelo, Georgia, circa 1910s. The man, a representative of the Megrelians, an ethnic subgroup of the Georgian people, is dressed in a traditional white wool Cherkesska jacket. The jacket, a symbol of Megrelian identity, is adorned with 20 gaziri cartridge holders, reflecting the warrior spirit of this Caucasian tribe. The man is not only armed with a sword, but also carries a dagger, both hung on his belt. The presence of these weapons underscores the importance of military readiness and self-defense in the mountainous and historically turbulent region of Samegrelo. The Astrakan-style hat, a distinctive headgear of the Caucasian tribes, completes the warrior's attire. The Megrelians, also known as the Mingrelians or Odishans, were a significant ethnic group in western Georgia, and their unique culture and traditions continue to be celebrated to this day. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and heritage of the Megrelians, a people who have shaped the cultural and ethnic landscape of the Caucasus region. The image of this warrior, with his traditional garb and weapons, serves as a reminder of the resilience and strength of the Megrelians and their enduring connection to their homeland.
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