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Fortress at Arusha, Tanzania, East Africa
Fortress at Arusha, German East Africa (now Tanzania). Date: circa 1910
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Media ID 14227450
© Mary Evans/Pharcide
Colonialism Fort Fortress Guard Sentry Tanzania Arusha
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunning Fortress at Arusha Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, an exquisite addition to your home decor. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to German East Africa, circa 1910. The Fortress at Arusha, now a historic site in Tanzania, stands proudly against the backdrop of the African savannah. The canvas print's vibrant colors and high-quality finish bring out the intricate details of this iconic fortress, making it a conversation starter and a centerpiece in any room. Embrace the rich history and culture of East Africa with this beautiful canvas print from Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
Fortress at Arusha: A Symbol of German Colonial Rule in East Africa (circa 1910) This evocative photograph captures the imposing presence of the Fortress at Arusha, a symbol of German colonial rule in East Africa during the early 1910s. Located in the heart of Tanzania, Arusha was a significant military outpost and administrative center for German East Africa. The image showcases the fort's formidable architecture, with its massive stone walls, towering turrets, and intricately designed gates. The fortress's flag, bearing the eagle and swastika emblem of the German colonial regime, flies proudly atop the highest tower, signaling German dominance over the region. Guards, dressed in their military uniforms, are seen standing at attention near the fort's entrance, their stern expressions reflecting the seriousness of their duties. The box-like structures surrounding the fort represent the living quarters for the German soldiers and their families, providing a stark contrast to the simple huts of the local African population. The photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when European powers asserted their control over vast territories in Africa through military force and political manipulation. The Fortress at Arusha stands as a testament to the complex and often contentious history of colonialism in Africa, a history that continues to shape the political, social, and cultural landscape of Tanzania and the world today.
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