Glass Place Mat : Arab forces, Elleri Station, Nuba Mountains, Sudan
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Arab forces, Elleri Station, Nuba Mountains, Sudan
The Arab Camel Corps (left) mounted infantry (centre) and Sudanese infantry (right), at Elleri Station, Nuba Mountains, in Anglo-Egyptian Sudan. Date: circa 1913
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Anglo Arab Camel Colonialism Corps Infantry Mounted Prewar Sudan Sudanese
Glass Place Mat (Set of 4)
Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Stylish and elegant polished safety glass, toughened and heat resistant (275x225mm, 7mm thick). Matching Coasters also available.
Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Elegant polished safety glass and heat resistant. Matching Coasters may also be available
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 15.6cm (10" x 6.1")
Estimated Product Size is 27.5cm x 22.5cm (10.8" x 8.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph from the early 1910s, Arab forces of the Anglo-Egyptian Sudanese army are seen assembled at Elleri Station in the Nuba Mountains. The Arab Camel Corps, a vital component of the Sudan Defense Force, are stationed on the left, their tall, graceful mounts tethered nearby. The mounted infantry, a versatile and mobile unit, are depicted in the center, their rifles at the ready and their turbans and khaki uniforms blending seamlessly with the arid landscape. On the right, Sudanese infantry, clad in traditional white robes and headdresses, stand in formation. The Nuba Mountains, a rugged and remote region in southern Sudan, posed significant challenges to British colonial rule. The area was strategically important due to its rich natural resources and its proximity to the Ethiopian border. The construction of Elleri Station, a key military outpost, was a testament to the determination of the British to assert their control over the region. The Arab Camel Corps, a unique military unit, played a crucial role in the British colonial campaign in Sudan. Recruited from among the local Arab population, they were expert riders and navigators, and their camels were well-suited to the harsh terrain of the Nuba Mountains. The mounted infantry, a more conventional military unit, were equally essential for the defense of the region. The Sudanese infantry, who were integrated into the Sudan Defense Force, provided valuable local knowledge and manpower. This photograph offers a glimpse into the complex and multifaceted nature of British colonial rule in Sudan during the early 20th century. It underscores the importance of military force in asserting control over remote and challenging territories, while also highlighting the diversity of the forces that were mobilized to achieve that goal. The image is a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when the imperial powers of Europe sought to expand their influence and control over the lands and peoples of Africa.
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