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Apia, Samoa, Navigators Islands, 1876. Creator: Unknown
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Apia, Samoa, Navigators Islands, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Apia, Samoa, Navigators Islands, 1876. View after a sketch by Lieutenant Nassau Stephens, of the Royal Marine Light Infantry. The islands are most beautiful, water plentiful, and the banana, taro, and sweet potato, with fish, supply the wants of the islanders without requiring any care. There are several missionaries on the islands, and a large Roman Catholic church and school....The canoes are beautifully constructed, and capable of attaining a speed of six knots an hour under paddles, or sailing much faster'. From "Illustrated London News", 1876
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This black and white image, hailing from the pages of the Illustrated London News in 1876, showcases the picturesque scene of Apia, the capital city of Upolu Island in Samoa, also known as the Navigators' Islands in the South Pacific Ocean. The photograph is a view after a sketch by Lieutenant Nassau Stephens of the Royal Marine Light Infantry, offering a glimpse into the serene beauty of this tropical paradise. The islands are depicted as most beautiful, with an abundance of water and fertile land that supplies the islanders with essential resources such as bananas, taro, sweet potatoes, and fish. The presence of several missionaries is evident through the large Roman Catholic church and school visible in the scene. The traditional canoes, skillfully constructed, are a testament to the ingenuity of the islanders. Capable of reaching speeds of six knots per hour under paddles or sailing much faster, these canoes were essential for transportation in the vast South Pacific waters. The hills and hills surrounding Apia add to the picturesque landscape, with lush greenery cascading down towards the clear blue waters of the ocean. The tranquility of the scene is further emphasized by the absence of modern infrastructure, offering a glimpse into the untouched beauty of the South Pacific during the 19th century. This engraving, published in the Illustrated London News, offers a unique perspective of Apia and its surroundings, providing a valuable historical record of this beautiful and culturally rich region.
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