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1943 - Syria - making salt from sea water, coast at Tartus
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1943 - Syria - making salt from sea water, coast at Tartus
1943 - Syria - making salt from sea water by evaporation on the coast at Tartus
Photograph by a British army recruitment officer stationed in East Africa and the Middle East during World War II
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of simple yet essential human endeavor on the coast of Tartus, Syria, in 1943. The scene portrays a group of Syrian women, dressed in traditional garments, laboriously collecting salt from the seawater using large conical pans. The women are surrounded by the vast expanse of the Mediterranean Sea, with the sun casting long shadows over the rocky shoreline. The photograph was taken by a British army recruitment officer stationed in East Africa and the Middle East during World War II. The officer, whose identity remains unknown, captured this image as a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the local population amidst the challenges of wartime. The process of making salt from seawater, known as solar evaporation, has been practiced for thousands of years in various parts of the world, including the Mediterranean region. Salt was an essential commodity for preserving food and adding flavor, making it a valuable trade item. In this photograph, the women are seen carrying out this age-old tradition, demonstrating the enduring connection between people and the natural resources of their land. This image offers a glimpse into the daily life of the Syrian people during the 1940s, a time when the Middle East was under the influence of European imperial powers. The photograph serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and the strength and adaptability of communities in the face of adversity.
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