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New Caledonia, Isle of Nou, House of Detention, from La Depeche Coloniale
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New Caledonia, Isle of Nou, House of Detention, from La Depeche Coloniale
661451 New Caledonia, Isle of Nou, House of Detention, from La Depeche Coloniale, 1903 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nouvelle Caledonie, ile de Nou, maison de detention; Nouvelle-Caledonie; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22615492
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Archipelago Caledonian Confinement Deportation Detention Guard Imprisonment Isle Melanesia Melanesian New Caledonia Overseas Department Pacific Ocean Penal Colony Penitentiary Pith Helmet Prison Territory Topee Warder Black And White Photograph Punishment
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This photograph, taken by a French photographer in the early 20th century, transports us to the Isle of Nou in New Caledonia. The image captures the House of Detention, a significant structure within this Melanesian territory's history. The photo showcases the imposing architecture of the prison, standing as a symbol of colonialism and punishment. Surrounding it is an archipelago that stretches into the vast Pacific Ocean, emphasizing its isolation from mainland France. Intriguingly, figures wearing pith helmets can be seen scattered throughout the scene - officers and guards who maintained order within this penal colony. Their presence serves as a reminder of both power dynamics and control over indigenous populations. The composition evokes feelings of confinement and solitude; one cannot help but wonder about the lives led behind those walls during that era. This image offers us a glimpse into an important chapter in New Caledonia's history - one marked by deportation, imprisonment, and colonial rule. Preserved within a private collection today, this historical print allows us to reflect upon past injustices while appreciating photography's ability to capture moments frozen in time. It stands as a testament to human resilience amidst adversity while serving as a window into our collective past.
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