Africa. Native affected by sleeping sickness. Engraving by T
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Africa. Native affected by sleeping sickness. Engraving by T
Africa. Native affected by sleeping sickness. Engraving by Thiriat, 1903. Colored
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Colonialism Congo Disease Genus Human Indigene Natives Parasites Parasitic Protozoa Sick Sickness Sleeping Times Transmitted Glossina Lethargy Parasitism Sub Saharan Trypanosoma Trypanosome Tsetse
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This evocative engraving, titled 'Africa. Native affected by sleeping sickness. Engraving by Thiriat, 1903. Colored,' offers a poignant glimpse into the colonial era of Africa's history. The image depicts an indigenous African man lying in a hospital bed, his body wracked with the debilitating effects of sleeping sickness. The disease, caused by the parasitic protozoa of the genus Trypanosoma, was transmitted to humans through the bite of the tsetse fly. During the 19th century, sleeping sickness, also known as trypanosomiasis, was a major public health concern in Sub-Saharan Africa. The disease caused lethargy, fever, and in advanced stages, neurological damage, leading to paralysis and eventual death. The engraving serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of colonialism on African societies. The man in the image is shown surrounded by other native Africans, some of whom appear concerned and attentive, while others seem resigned to the suffering around them. The use of color in the engraving adds depth and emotion to the scene, highlighting the stark contrast between the vibrant African landscape and the pale, sickly complexion of the afflicted man. The engraving was produced by Thiriat in 1903, during a time when European powers were actively colonizing Africa and imposing their medical and scientific knowledge upon the indigenous populations. The image underscores the complex relationship between colonialism, disease, and the people of Africa, and serves as a powerful reminder of the historical significance of this period in African history.
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