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Camel-drawn water cart, Aden
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Camel-drawn water cart, Aden
Camel-drawn water cart, British colony of Aden (now in Yemen). Date: circa 1908
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This evocative photograph captures the scene of a camel-drawn water cart making its way through the streets of Aden, a British colony in the Middle East, around 1908. The Arabian city, now part of modern-day Yemen, was a key strategic outpost of the British Empire during the colonial era. In this image, a camel, harnessed to the cart, laboriously carries large barrels filled with water, providing a vital service to the local community. The cart's route likely followed the main roads and pavements of the city, passing by buildings and structures that bear the architectural influences of both the Arab world and British colonial rule. The camels, known for their resilience and strength in desert conditions, were the primary means of transport in Aden during this period. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the colonial era, showcasing the interplay between human ingenuity, animal power, and the demands of a growing urban center.
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