(The City of Algiers)

Content: This silent black-and-white film, lasting 3 minutes and 46 seconds, offers a glimpse into early 20th-century Algiers, showcasing its harbor, streets, markets, and architecture. It contrasts the city's European-influenced urban areas with the historic Kasbah, highlighting its steep alleys, bustling marketplaces, and veiled women. The film, part of Burton Holmes' travel series, captures daily life and cultural contrasts in Algiers, serving as a rare historical record of the city over a century ago.

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4 minutes

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1921

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Burton Holmes

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Burton Holmes Travel Pictures

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