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Tripoli, Lebanon - El-Hamad - a local Bedouin Chieftain
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Tripoli, Lebanon - El-Hamad - a local Bedouin Chieftain
Tripoli, Lebanon - El-Hamad, the Emir Aboud-agha - a local Bedouin Chieftain Date: circa 1908
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Agha Bedouin Chief Chieftain Drawn Emir Jan16 Lebanese Lebanon Scabard Tripoli
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This evocative photograph captures Tripoli's El-Hamad, a local Bedouin Chieftain, known as Emir Aboud-agha or Aboud Agha, circa 1908. The image portrays El-Hamad in traditional Bedouin attire, seated on a rug with his sword drawn and placed in its scabard. The Emir's intense gaze and the drawn sword convey a sense of power and authority. Tripoli, located in northern Lebanon, was a significant center of Bedouin culture and tradition. The Bedouins were semi-nomadic tribes who roamed the Middle Eastern deserts and were renowned for their hospitality, bravery, and self-sufficiency. El-Hamad, as a respected leader, would have been responsible for the welfare and protection of his tribe. The photograph offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Tripoli and the Bedouin community during this period. The Bedouin people's traditional clothing, consisting of long robes, headdresses, and intricate jewelry, can be seen in the image. The Emir's sword, a symbol of power and status, is also a testament to the Bedouin's martial traditions. Despite the passage of time, this photograph serves as a reminder of the proud and resilient Bedouin community that once thrived in Tripoli and the Middle East. The image also highlights the region's complex and diverse history, which is marked by a rich tapestry of cultures and traditions.
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