Williamson Diamond Mine (Askaries at the main gate searching personal belongings

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Caption labels: "Scenes at the Williamson Diamond Mine at Mwadui in the heart of Sukumaland, Tanganyika, which has the richest diamond deposit the world has even known. It was discovered in 1940 by Dr. John Williamson after five years of scientific deduction and methodical prospecting. Most of the workers are from the local Wasukuma tribe. Pics by Geo Rodger of 'Magnum'" "Diamond Mine: 15-3-6: Askaries at the main gate searching personal belongings of the workers before allowing them to leave through the main gates. There is a force of 160 Askaries on the mine employed in policing and patrol work. They are recruited from ex-Tangyanyika police and ex-army men."

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Photography
Documentary
Gelatin Silver
Black and White
Africa