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Africa. Pilot-boat in tow of a steamship, on the Congo River
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Africa. Pilot-boat in tow of a steamship, on the Congo River
History of Africa. 19th century. Pilot-boat in tow of a steamship, on the Congo River. Engraving. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre. Historia de los Trabajos y Exploraciones Verificados (The Congo and the Founding of its Free State. A Story of Work and Exploration), by Henry M. Stanley. Edited in Barcelona, ca.1890. Spain
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This engraving, titled "Pilot-boat in tow of a steamship, on the Congo River," is a captivating image from the 19th century, taken from the book "El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre. Historia de los Trabajos y Exploraciones Verificados" (The Congo and the Founding of its Free State. A Story of Work and Exploration), edited in Barcelona around 1890. The image offers a glimpse into the African continent during the height of European exploration and colonization. In the foreground, a small pilot-boat, manned by black men, navigates the turbulent waters of the Congo River, expertly guiding the larger steamship in the background. The pilot-boat is tethered to the steamship by a thick rope, a necessary precaution in the treacherous waters of the Congo. The crew members, dressed in traditional African attire, work together to ensure the safe passage of the steamship through the river. The steamship, a symbol of European technological advancement, towers over the pilot-boat, a stark reminder of the power dynamic between Europeans and indigenous peoples during this period. The steamship's wooden hull and tall smokestacks contrast sharply with the wooden pilot-boat and the lush, green landscape along the riverbank. This image, created in the late 19th century, offers a snapshot of life on the Congo River during a time of great change. The arrival of Europeans brought new technologies, new ideas, and new power dynamics, forever altering the course of African history. The men in this image, both black and white, represent the complex and often contentious relationship between Europe and Africa during this period. Today, this image serves as a reminder of the rich history of the African continent and the important role it played in shaping the modern world. The Congo River remains an essential waterway, connecting people and communities, and continues to be an important source of transportation and commerce in the region.
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