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Sfax, Tunisia - Rue de la Republique
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Sfax, Tunisia - Rue de la Republique
The Rue de la Republique with the British Vice Consulate at Sfax, Tunisia. The Consulate is right next door to a general store, selling pottery, overcoats and flat caps! A gentleman who is likely the Vice Consul stands at the lower left of the shot
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Awnings Consul Consulate Cumba Diplomacy Diplomat Diplomatic Flag Pole Flat Gentleman Jumba Over Coats Pottery Republique Sfax Stands Store Tunisia Tunisian Vice Walls Windows
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Sfax, Tunisia's Rue de la Republique: A Snapshot of Diplomatic History This evocative photograph captures the bustling Rue de la Republique in Sfax, Tunisia, a historic city on the North African coast. The image showcases the British Vice Consulate, located on the right-hand side of the street, nestled between a general store and a crowd of onlookers. The Vice Consul, a distinguished gentleman in formal attire, stands at the lower left of the shot, engrossed in conversation with a local resident. The British Vice Consulate, an essential diplomatic outpost during the colonial era, was a symbol of the strong ties between the United Kingdom and Tunisia. The Consulate's proximity to a general store adds an intriguing contrast, with the storefront displaying an array of Tunisian pottery, overcoats, and flat caps. The store's Jumba and Cumba awnings provide shade from the Mediterranean sun, while the British flag pole proudly flies the Union Jack. The Rue de la Republique, a vibrant and historically significant street, is a testament to the rich cultural exchange that occurred between Tunisia and the United Kingdom during this period. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a unique perspective on the diplomatic history of Sfax and its role in North African history.
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