Two rare French photo albums from 1911–1919 document Morocco during the French invasion, capturing military movements, colonial rule, and local landmarks. Despite their colonial perspective, the images unintentionally preserve Moroccan resilience and cultural vitality.
Morocco was one of the last Arab countries to adopt the printing press. The credit for bringing it to Morocco goes to Cadi Tayeb Roudani in 1864. However, shortly after its arrival, the printing press was confiscated by the Makhzen.
On the 29th of December, Moroccans recall the Jbell Baddou battles commemorating national resistance under the French protectorate. The date was chosen by the High Commissioner for resistance veterans and members of the liberation army to «preserve the national memory». Revisiting the colonial past in Morocco through the battle fought by Amazigh tribes against the French colonization.
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