Landing Pier, Steamer Point, Aden
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Landing Pier, Steamer Point, Aden
Landing Pier, Steamer Point, British colony of Aden (now in Yemen), viewed from the sea. Date: circa 1908
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Aden Arab Arabia Colonialism Colony Hills Landing Pier Point Rocks Shore Steamer Yemen
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This striking photograph captures the Landing Pier at Steamer Point in the British colony of Aden, now modern-day Yemen, as it appeared around 1908. The pier, jutting out into the Arabian Sea, serves as a vital connection between the bustling colonial settlement and the vast body of water. The pier's simple yet sturdy design, with its wooden planks and supporting pillars, stands in stark contrast to the rugged cliffs and rocks that form the natural backdrop. The hillside in the background, dotted with buildings and houses, reveals the extent of British colonial influence in the region. The whitewashed structures, with their red-tiled roofs and tall chimneys, indicate a thriving community. The presence of boats and ships in the foreground further emphasizes the importance of maritime trade and transportation in this Eastern Arabian port city. The Landing Pier at Steamer Point was a vital infrastructure for the British colonial administration, enabling the efficient movement of people and goods between the colony and the outside world. It served as a gateway to the Middle East, connecting Aden to the global trading network during the height of the British Empire. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a visual record of a bygone era when colonialism shaped the political and economic landscape of the Middle East. The image invites us to reflect on the complex history of Aden and its role in the broader context of British imperial expansion in the 1900s.
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