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American Mission in Quessua, Angola, Portuguese West Africa

American Mission in Quessua, Angola, Portuguese West Africa


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American Mission in Quessua, Angola, Portuguese West Africa

Group photo, American Mission in Quessua, Angola, Portuguese West Africa.
circa 1900s

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Adults Angola Colonialism Corrugated Huts Iron Mission Missionaries Missionary Portuguese Roof Roofing Roofs Straw


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This evocative group photograph captures a moment in time at the American Mission in Quessua, Angola, Portuguese West Africa, circa 1900s. The image showcases a diverse gathering of missionaries and local Angolan residents, standing proudly in front of their respective buildings. The missionaries, predominantly American, are dressed in Western attire, while the Angolan people wear traditional clothing, including huts with thatched roofs and corrugated iron structures. The American Mission in Quessua was established during the colonial era, with the primary objective of spreading Christianity and providing education to the indigenous population. The missionaries are seen here engaging with the community, fostering relationships and sharing their beliefs. The children in the photograph are likely students of the mission school, dressed in uniforms, reflecting the influence of Western education. The architectural diversity in the background highlights the fusion of cultures that characterized the colonial period. The mission buildings, with their corrugated iron roofs, stand in stark contrast to the traditional huts with straw roofs. This image offers a glimpse into the complex interplay of colonialism, religion, and cultural exchange that shaped the landscape of Angola during the early 1900s. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the historical connections between the United States, Portugal, and Angola, and the enduring impact of colonialism on the African continent.

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