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Cavalry troops - Morocco
Cavalry troops - Morocco. Date: circa 1930s
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Media ID 14403729
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
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14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures a group of Moroccan cavalry troops, poised and ready for action, circa 1930s. The image showcases the rich cultural blend of the Moroccan military during this era, with local militiamen riding alongside their French cavalry counterparts. The troops are dressed in their distinctive uniforms, with the French cavalrymen wearing traditional red jackets, white trousers, and kepis, while the Moroccan horsemen don their traditional robes and fez hats. The horses, too, reflect the diversity of this multicultural force, with some ridden by Moroccan horsemen in their traditional saddle designs, while others carry French-style saddles. The scene takes place in the sun-soaked landscape of Morocco, with the rolling hills and arid terrain providing a stark yet beautiful backdrop. The camaraderie and unity among the troops are palpable, as they prepare for a mission, their faces serious and focused. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the complex history of Morocco during the French Protectorate, a time when European powers exerted influence over the region while maintaining local militias to help govern and maintain order. This photograph is an essential addition to any collection focusing on military history, North African history, or the cultural melting pot of the 1930s. The image not only captures the essence of the Moroccan cavalry during this era but also highlights the rich tapestry of cultural exchange and cooperation that characterized this period in history.
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