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FRENCH COLONIAL ADMINISTRATION IN ALGERIA - Algerians sit waiting outside the Bureau des Affaires Indigenes (Bureau of Indigenous Affairs) at Colomb- Bechar, in the Sud-Oranais
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Administration Affaires Affairs Algeria Algerians Bureau Waiting Colomb Indigenes
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time during the French colonial administration in Algeria, specifically at the Bureau des Affaires Indigenes (Bureau of Indigenous Affairs) in Colomb-Bechar, Sud-Oranais. The image, taken around 1920, depicts a group of Algerian men sitting outside the bureau, patiently waiting for their turn to be attended to. The colonial administration was established to manage the affairs of the indigenous population, and this bureau was likely a crucial point of contact for Algerians seeking assistance or resolution to various issues. The scene is reminiscent of the daily life under French rule, with the men dressed in traditional Algerian attire, contrasting against the European-style architecture of the bureau building. The photograph offers a glimpse into the complex history of colonialism in Algeria, where the French sought to exert control over the indigenous population while also relying on their labor and resources. The Bureau des Affaires Indigenes served as a symbol of the French colonial power, yet it also represented a nexus of interaction between the colonizers and the colonized. The men in the photograph, with their stoic expressions and determined posture, convey a sense of resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity. The photograph invites us to reflect on the historical significance of this moment and the profound impact of colonialism on the people of Algeria and their struggle for self-determination.
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