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African fishermen enjoy a game of 'Bao', 1930 - 1950

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y304Q/6/1/10/3

Scope and Contents

210 x 160 mm. The caption continues: 'Their day's fishing done, their fish sold, and the family needs provided, these east coast fisherman repair to the market to enjoy a chat and quiet game of Bao - the African equivalent of chess.'

Dates

  • Creation: 1930 - 1950

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

From the Fonds:

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Language of Materials

English

Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements

Fair condition.

General

WS.

Finding aid date

2006-05-25 14:57:59+00:00

Includes index.

Repository Details

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