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A sandstorm in the Sudanese desert
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A sandstorm in the Sudanese desert
A sandstorm in the Sudanese desert - an immense cloud of sand rises up over the Fort and British Barracks, Khartoum, Sudan. Date: circa 1920s
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A captivating image from the early 1920s captures the raw power and beauty of a sandstorm in the Sudanese desert, as an immense cloud of sand rises up over the Fort and British Barracks in Khartoum. The date of this photograph, a testament to the rich historical record of Mary Evans Prints Online, places us in an era when the British Empire held significant influence over Sudan. The sandstorm, also known as a haboob or habboub in the local Arabic language, is a natural phenomenon common in the arid regions of North Africa. Characterized by a wall of blowing sand and dust, these storms can last for hours and can be both awe-inspiring and destructive. In this photograph, the fort and barracks, standing as symbols of human presence in the harsh desert environment, are almost completely enveloped by the advancing sandstorm. The large, big, and huge cloud of sand rises up in the east, casting an eerie, otherworldly glow over the scene. The desert, usually characterized by its stark emptiness, is transformed into a dynamic and chaotic landscape. The 1920s, a time of significant change and development in the world, is reflected in this image, as the British presence in Sudan continued to evolve. The sandstorm serves as a reminder of the natural forces that shape the desert and the tenuous relationship between humans and their environment. This photograph, with its rich historical context and captivating imagery, invites us to reflect on the power and beauty of nature and the resilience of those who inhabit the harshest of environments.
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