Twareg Collection

Expedition vehicle in the Tenere region of the central Sahara

A Tuareg with his camel - French Colonial Exhibition
A Tuareg with his camel at The Colonial Exhibition at the Garden of Tropical Agriculture at Nogent-sur-Marne, just outside Paris, France. The Tuareg people are a large Berber ethnic confederation

Tuareg Tribesmen - Sahara - West Africa - with spears
Tuareg Tribesmen - Sahara - West Africa - posing for this photograph with their spears. Two other Tuareg self-designations are Kel Tamasheq meaning " speakers of Tamasheq"

Battle in Sahara, 1900
7143097 Battle in Sahara, 1900 by Belon, Jose (d.1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: History. Algeria. Battle between french troops and tuaregs near In Salah, Sahara)

Noble Tuareg warrior of Agadez, Niger, in tagelmust (turban and veil), taktkat (shirt) and akarbey (pants)
6339057 Noble Tuareg warrior of Agadez, Niger, in tagelmust (turban and veil), taktkat (shirt) and akarbey (pants) by Lyon

Colonial Exhibition, Bois de Vincennes - Tuareg Camp Date: 1907

West African Tuareg Horse Warriors
West African Tuareg Warriors, in traditional veiled headdresses, all mounted on fine horse and carrying spears and enormous shields

Tuareg Girl from the Hoggar Mountains, Algeria. Taken during the expedition led by Captain Angus Buchanan to the Sahel region of the Sahara in 1922-23

Sultan of Tuareg Veiled people of Hoggar Mountains, Algeria
Sultan of the Tuareg Veiled people of the Hoggar Mountains, Algeria. Taken during the expedition led by Captain Angus Buchanan to the Sahel region of the Sahara in 1922-23

Mali - Tuareg men from Timbucktu
Mali - Two Tuareg men from Timbucktu, holding spears. The Tuareg are a Berber nomadic pastoralist people, known as the People of the Veil

Algerian Tuareg Man
An absolutely superb portrait photograph (reproduced on a postcard) of a Tuareg tribe of the far southeastern Algeria, deep into the Sahara. Date: 1905

A Tuarick or Tuareg of Saharan Africa

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The Tuareg, also known as the Twareg, have a rich and captivating history that spans across the vast Sahara desert. From their iconic expedition vehicles in the Tenere region to their role as West African Tuareg Horse Warriors, these nomadic people have left an indelible mark on the landscapes they traverse. Intriguing images emerge from the past - a Tuareg with his camel at the French Colonial Exhibition, showcasing their deep connection with these majestic creatures. The sight of Tuareg tribesmen armed with spears evokes a sense of strength and resilience in this harsh desert environment. One cannot forget the battles fought amidst this unforgiving terrain; a glimpse into history reveals fierce conflicts like the Battle in Sahara during 1900. Yet amidst turmoil, there is beauty - behold a noble Tuareg warrior adorned in traditional attire such as tagelmust (turban and veil), taktkat (shirt), and akarbey (pants) from Agadez, Niger. At colonial exhibitions like Bois de Vincennes, one could witness an entire Tuareg camp set up to showcase their unique culture. A young Tuareg girl hailing from Algeria's Hoggar Mountains captivates hearts with her radiant smile while representing her heritage. The Sultan of Veiled People reigns over Algeria's Hoggar Mountains; veils symbolize both mystery and tradition within this ancient society. Journeying further west to Mali brings us face-to-face with proud Tuareg men from Timbuktu who embody wisdom passed down through generations. As we explore deeper into Mali's historic city of Timbuktu, an old entrance door dating back to the 14th century stands tall - reminding us of its glorious past as a center for trade and knowledge exchange.