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Haiti Postman
A postman on horseback delivers mail to a servant at the gate of a hacienda Date: circa 1900
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time from Haiti's colonial past, circa 1900. The image depicts a postman on horseback, dressed in a blue uniform with a red sash, delivering mail to a servant standing at the gate of a grand hacienda. The postman holds out a small satchel, filled with letters and documents, while the servant reaches up to accept the mail with gloved hands. The Haitian flag, with its distinctive blue and red stripes and a central coat of arms, flies proudly above the hacienda, adding a sense of national pride to the scene. Communications in Haiti during this era were primarily handled through the postal service, which played a vital role in connecting people and communities across the island and beyond. The use of horseback delivery was common in rural areas, where roads were often poor and travel by foot was time-consuming. This method of delivery allowed mail to reach its destination more quickly, making it an essential service for both personal and business correspondence. The postman's determined expression and the servant's attentive posture convey a sense of importance and respect for the role of the postal service in their daily lives. The image also offers a glimpse into the social hierarchy of the time, with the postman representing a connection to the wider world beyond the hacienda gates, and the servant responsible for receiving and managing the incoming mail. Overall, this photograph provides a fascinating window into Haiti's colonial past, showcasing the vital role of communications and the postal service in connecting people and communities.
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