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Rail in Africa / Tunis
Railway station at Tunis. Date: 3 April 1880
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This evocative photograph captures the railway station at Tunis, Tunisia, on the historic date of April 3, 1880. The image offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the early days of rail transport in Africa. The railway line, which extended from Tunis to the French colonial settlement of Bizerta, was a significant engineering feat of its time. Built by the Compagnie des chemins de fer vicinaux de Tunis, it was the first railway line in the African continent to be operated under European management. The station, bustling with activity, is filled with a diverse crowd of passengers and onlookers. European travelers, dressed in their finest attire, mingle with local Tunisians, dressed in traditional clothing. The station building, with its red-tiled roof and ornate arches, stands proudly in the background. Steam billows from the locomotive, which is coupled to several carriages, ready to depart. The arrival of the railway brought about significant changes to the region, enabling faster and more efficient transportation of goods and people. It facilitated the movement of troops, mail, and supplies, and played a crucial role in the expansion of French colonial influence in Tunisia. This photograph, a testament to the past, offers a fascinating insight into the historical significance of the railway in Africa and the impact it had on the people and the region.
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