Village gate at Songai

Scope and Content

B&W photographic print. 'This large village is on a flat-topped spur, the neck of which is defended by the double wall of stone shown in this photograph of the entrance way. Against the wall are artificially shaped hook topped stones, about 2.5 feet (76cm.) high, whose purpose is unknown. They may possibly be the broken halves of two small arches.'

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Note

Ethnic group: Naga

Ethnic group: Zeme Naga

Presumed to be N. Songkhai; alternately could be P. Songkhai slightly to the southeast at Latitude 25.091629, Longitude 93.307716. Songkhai is alternately known as Shongkai, Songai, Songhai, etc.

Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements

9.5 x 7 cm

Conditions Governing Use

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