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Military Club, Bizerte (Bizerta), Tunisia, North Africa
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Military Club, Bizerte (Bizerta), Tunisia, North Africa
Military Club building, Bizerte (Bizerta), Tunisia, North Africa, with a horse-drawn ambulance passing by. Date: circa 1914
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at the Military Club in Bizerte, Tunisia, North Africa, circa 1914. The Military Club, also known as the Cercle Militaire, was a social and recreational center for French military personnel and their families stationed in the region. The grandiose building, adorned with balconies and columns, stands proudly against the backdrop of lush trees and paved streets. The scene is further enlivened by the unexpected arrival of a horse-drawn ambulance, its red cross emblem prominently displayed. The ambulance, with its team of horses, passes by the club's entrance, adding an air of urgency and importance to the otherwise tranquil setting. The steps leading up to the club's entrance and the pavement are filled with people, some watching the ambulance pass by with curiosity, while others seem to be going about their daily business. The Military Club in Bizerte was a symbol of French colonial power and influence in Tunisia during the early 20th century. The building's grandeur and the presence of the horse-drawn ambulance serve as a reminder of the era's unique blend of military might, colonial administration, and everyday life in North Africa. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the world was a very different place.
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