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The Congo. Climbing a slope in the Mpagassa Gorge
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The Congo. Climbing a slope in the Mpagassa Gorge
History of Africa. 19th century. Climbing a slope in the Mpagassa Gorge. Engraving. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre. Historia de los Trabajos y Exploraciones Verificados (The Congo and the Founding of its Free State. A Story of Work and Exploration), by Henry M. Stanley. Edited in Barcelona, ca.1890. Spain
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This engraving, titled "Climbing a slope in the Mpagassa Gorge," is a captivating image from the 19th century book "The Congo and the Founding of its Free State. A Story of Work and Exploration," edited in Barcelona around 1890. The illustration offers a glimpse into the geography and orography of the Congo, a vast and largely unexplored African continent during this period. The image depicts a hillside in the Mpagassa Gorge, with a group of individuals climbing the slope. The Congolese people, dressed in animal skins and carrying various tools, are making their way up the terrain, their determined expressions reflecting the challenges of the rugged landscape. In the background, the horizon stretches out, with the lush vegetation of the Congo extending as far as the eye can see. The Mpagassa Gorge, located in what is now the Democratic Republic of Congo, is a testament to the diverse and complex topography of Central Africa. The steep cliffs, winding paths, and lush vegetation are characteristic of the region, which was still largely unknown to Europeans during the 19th century. The image is a reminder of the exploratory spirit of the age, as Europeans sought to map and understand the vast and largely unexplored African continent. Henry Morton Stanley, the famous American journalist and explorer, was one of the most prominent figures in this endeavor, having led several expeditions into the heart of Africa during the late 19th century. This engraving, with its striking depiction of the Mpagassa Gorge and the determined figures of the Congolese people, offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and geography of the Congo during a time of exploration and discovery.
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