Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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During the later 19th century, Tunis became increasingly populated by Europeans, particularly the French, and immigration dramatically increased the size of the city. This resulted in the first demolition of the old city walls, from 1860, to accommodate growth in the suburbs. The city spilled outside the area of the earlier town and the banks of the lake, and the new districts were modernised with running water (1860), lighting gas (1872), roads, waste collection (1873), and communication with adjacent suburbs and the city centre. The crafts and traditional trades declined somewhat, as the newcomers increased trade with Europe, introducing the first modern industries and new forms of urban life.

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century

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Historic B&W photos of Tunis, Tunisia, late 19th Century


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