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Tobacco industry in Algiers
Algeria : delivering tobacco to the shop of Hussein-Dey, Algiers Date: 1862
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1862 Algeria Algiers Camel Delivering Drugs Hussein Selling Tobacco Transporting Delivery
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1. Title: "A Tobacco Delivery in Hussein-Dey, Algiers (1862): An Echo of the 19th Century Tobacco Trade in Africa" This evocative photograph, captured in 1862, offers a captivating glimpse into the tobacco trade in Algiers, Algeria during the 19th century. The image, taken from the extensive Mary Evans Prints Online collection, depicts a tobacco delivery being made to the shop of Hussein-Dey, a significant commercial district in the city. The scene is set against the backdrop of the bustling streets of Algiers, with the sun casting long shadows over the cobblestones. Two men, dressed in traditional Algerian attire, are seen carefully unloading sacks of tobacco from a camel, their faces etched with the concentration and determination required for the laborious task. The camel, a common mode of transportation in the region, stands patiently, its hump a testament to its endurance in the arid climate. The tobacco, a precious commodity in the 19th century, was a significant component of Algeria's economy, with the country being one of the largest producers and exporters of the crop in Africa. The tobacco leaves were primarily grown in the fertile regions of Constantine and Batna, before being transported to major trading hubs like Algiers for distribution to various markets across the continent and beyond. The tobacco trade played a pivotal role in the socio-economic fabric of Algerian society, with many communities relying on it for their livelihoods. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the rich history and cultural significance of the tobacco industry in Algiers and the broader African continent. In conclusion, this photograph, with its intriguing composition and historical context, invites us to reflect on the intricacies of the tobacco trade in Algiers during the 19th century and the profound impact it had on the region's economy and people.
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