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Kirdi Village, Mokolo, Cameroon, Africa
Kirdi Village, Mokolo, Cameroon, Africa. The Kirdi (or Kapsiki) people are cattle keepers in the Mandara Hills along the Nigerian border in the area of Margui-Wandala between Mokolo and Bourrah. Date: circa 1930s
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Media ID 14409364
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Area Cameroon Cameroonian Cattle Herders Hills Huts Keepers Nigerian Oct16 Peoples Mandara
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 7.6cm x 4.8cm (3" x 1.9")
Estimated Product Size is 10cm x 10cm (3.9" x 3.9")
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1. Title: "Kirdi Village, Mokolo, Cameroon, Africa: A Glimpse into the Traditional Life of the Kirdi (Kapsiki) People in the 1930s" 2.. This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the essence of the Kirdi Village, located in the Mokolo region of Cameroon, Africa, along the Nigerian border. The Kirdi people, also known as the Kapsiki, are renowned for their cattle-herding traditions in the Margui-Wandala area between Mokolo and Bourrah. The Mandara Hills serve as a striking backdrop to their settlement, with the undulating hills providing a challenging yet fertile terrain for their way of life. 3. The photograph showcases a collection of huts, the traditional dwellings of the Kirdi people. These huts are built using locally sourced materials, such as mud, sticks, and thatch, and are designed to withstand the harsh climate and environmental conditions of the region. The huts are often grouped together in clusters, forming the heart of the community. 4. The Kirdi people have been cattle keepers for generations, and their herds play a significant role in their daily lives. The cattle are not only a source of food and milk but also serve as a symbol of wealth and status. The herders can be seen tending to their cattle in the surrounding hills, ensuring their well-being and protection. 5. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage and traditional way of life of the Kirdi people in the 1930s. The scene is a testament to their resilience, adaptability, and deep connection to their land and livestock. Despite the passage of time and the many changes that have occurred in the region, the Kirdi people continue to preserve their customs and traditions, maintaining their unique identity as a proud and vibrant community.
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