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Group of Natives, Ordnance Store, Suakin, 1884 circa (b / w photo)
5920309 Group of Natives, Ordnance Store, Suakin, 1884 circa (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A group of A nativesA at the Ordnance Store, Suakin, 1884 circa.
Photograph, 1st Sudan War, 1884 circa.
Wherever in the world they were operating, British armies depended greatly on local people to carry supplies and ammunition when on the march. Major-General Gerald GrahamAs Suakin Field Force was no different and employed large numbers of Arab and African bearers during its operations in the Sudan.
From an album of 72 photograph taken by the Royal Engineers with the Suakin Field Force.); eNational Army Museum; out of copyright
Media ID 23664648
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This photograph, titled "Group of Natives, Ordnance Store, Suakin, 1884 circa" captures a moment in history during the 1st Sudan War. The image showcases a group of local Arab and African bearers employed by Major-General Gerald Graham's Suakin Field Force to carry supplies and ammunition. Taken by an unknown photographer from the 19th century, this print is part of an album containing 72 photographs taken by the Royal Engineers with the Suakin Field Force. It offers a glimpse into the crucial role played by local people in supporting British armies wherever they operated around the world. The scene depicts these native bearers gathered outside an ordnance store in Suakin. Their presence highlights their vital contribution to military operations during this time period. With stoic expressions on their faces, they stand as a testament to their resilience and strength amidst challenging circumstances. This photograph provides valuable insight into historical supply chains and logistics within colonial contexts. Preserved at the National Army Museum in London, it serves as a reminder of how diverse communities have often played integral roles behind-the-scenes in military endeavors. Through its composition and subject matter, this image invites viewers to reflect on both the complexities of war and the interconnectedness between different cultures that shaped historical events like those depicted here.
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