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Clarifying sugar cane juce, Annam, Vietnam, 1922
Clarifying sugar cane juce, Annam, Vietnam, 1922. An Annamese peasant ladles raw juice into copper pans, where it is mixed with ashes, clay, lime or another refining material, and heated so that the impurities sink, leaving the syrup on top. From Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume I: Abyssinia to the British Empire, edited by JA Hammerton and published by the Educational Book Company (London, 1922)
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Clarifying Sugar Cane Juice in Annam, Vietnam - A Glimpse into the Refinement Process of a Bygone Era
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. This print transports us back to 1922, offering a fascinating insight into the sugar cane industry in Annam, Vietnam. In this image captured by an unknown creator and published by JA Hammerton, we witness an Annamese peasant ladling raw juice into copper pans at a sugar plantation. The process of refining the sugar cane juice is revealed as it is mixed with ashes, clay, lime or other materials before being heated. As the mixture reaches its boiling point, impurities sink to the bottom while clear syrup rises to the top. This traditional method ensures that only pure syrup remains for further processing. The scene showcases both nature's bounty and human ingenuity as workers diligently carry out their tasks amidst modest buildings and lush agricultural surroundings. The photograph evokes a sense of simplicity yet highlights the industriousness of these Vietnamese peasants who play an integral role in sustaining their community through manual labor. Beyond its historical significance, this image serves as a poignant reminder of poverty prevalent during that era. It symbolizes not just a moment frozen in time but also represents countless untold stories of hardworking individuals striving for survival within challenging circumstances. As we reflect upon this remarkable snapshot from early 20th-century Vietnam, let us appreciate how far we have come since then while acknowledging those who laid the foundation for our present-day advancements in agriculture and manufacturing
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