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Paying West Indian labourers, 1888
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Paying West Indian labourers, 1888
Paying West Indian labourers on their arrival at Tabemilla during the de Lesseps attempt to dig the Panama Canal, wood engraving 1888
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This black and white wood engraving, titled "Paying West Indian labourers, 1888" captures a significant moment during the de Lesseps attempt to dig the Panama Canal. The image depicts a group of West Indian labourers arriving at Tabemilla, ready for employment in the ambitious civil engineering project. The concept of exploitation is evident in this print, as these labourers were brought from their homeland to work under harsh conditions. Their occupation as manual laborers involved digging and constructing the canal that would connect two oceans and revolutionize global transportation. The scene shows the arrival of these workers who have traveled long distances to find job opportunities in Central America. They are seen waiting to be paid for their hard work, highlighting both their anticipation and dependence on this employment. Transportation plays a crucial role in this image; it symbolizes not only how these individuals reached their destination but also represents the transformative power of water transport through canals like Panama Canal. Although monochrome, this print effectively conveys the stark realities faced by those engaged in such professions during that era. It serves as a reminder of historical events and sheds light on social issues surrounding labor practices at that time. Credit: Ann Ronan Pictures / The Print Collector via Heritage Images
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