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Market Boats on a Canal Leading into the Menam River, Bangkok, Siam, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
Market Boats on a Canal Leading into the Menam River, Bangkok, Siam, c1930s. Chao Phraya river known as the Menam on European maps in Bangkok, Siam, which change its name to Thailand in 1940. From " Tour of the World". [Keystone View Company, Meadville, Pa. New York, Chicago, London]
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Media ID 19661087
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Bangkok Busy Cinematography City Life Citylife Community Crowded Keystone View Company Local Industry Local People Market Sampan Shack Siam Stereoscope Thai Thailand Tour Of The World Chao Phraya Floating Market
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This print takes us back to the bustling streets of Bangkok, Siam in the 1930s. The image showcases a vibrant scene on a canal leading into the Menam River, where market boats float gracefully along the waterway. Created by an unknown photographer, this snapshot captures the essence of local industry and community life during that era. The photograph reveals a busy day in Bangkok as men and women navigate their way through the crowded canal on small sampan boats. The city's geography comes alive with shacks lining the riverbanks, creating a unique backdrop for this lively trade hub. In this dynamic setting, we see both young boys and seasoned adults actively participating in daily commerce. As we delve deeper into this vintage piece of artistry, it becomes evident that transportation played a vital role in connecting people across different parts of Thailand. These market boats served as essential means of transport for goods and services within Bangkok's thriving economy. While admiring this historical gem from "Tour of the World" we are reminded of how much has changed over time. This charming glimpse into early 20th-century Asia allows us to appreciate not only its cultural heritage but also marvel at how far Thailand has come since then.
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