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Sugar mill, Guadaloupe, 1850s

A sugar mill at Guadaloupe, West Indies. Date: 1850s

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1850s Guadeloupe Indies Manufacture Mill Processing Sugar Wind Mill Guadaloupe


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1. Title: A Glimpse into the Past: The Sugar Mill at Guadaloupe, West Indies, 1850s 2. Description: This evocative photograph captures the essence of the sugar industry in the West Indies during the mid-1800s, specifically at the sugar mill located in Guadaloupe. The image transports us back in time, offering a rare glimpse into the intricacies of sugar production during an era when this commodity held significant economic and cultural importance. 3. Scene: The windmill, a central figure in the photograph, stands tall against the backdrop of lush greenery. Its sails, turned by the wind, grind the sugarcane brought in from the surrounding fields. The mill's chimney belches out thick, black smoke, a testament to the intense heat and labor-intensive process that transforms the cane into raw sugar. 4. Process: The sugar mill at Guadaloupe was a hub of activity, with workers manually extracting juice from the cane using crushing rollers. The juice was then boiled in large pots, or vats, to remove impurities and crystallize the sugar. The windmill played a crucial role in this process, harnessing the power of the wind to grind the cane and extract its juice more efficiently. 5. Industry: The sugar industry in the West Indies, particularly in Guadaloupe, was a significant contributor to the global economy during the 1800s. The production of sugar was a labor-intensive process, with enslaved Africans and their descendants forming the majority of the workforce. The industry's success brought wealth and influence to the colonizers, shaping the socio-economic landscape of the region. 6. Legacy: This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the rich history of sugar production in the West Indies and the profound impact it had on the region's people and economy. The windmill at Guadaloupe, with its sails turning in the wind, stands as a symbol of the industry's past, a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of those who labored in its shadows.

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