Kanonnen op fort Mex in Alexandrië before 1885

This photograph, "Kanonnen op fort Mex in Alexandrië", presents a stark image of military might at an unknown time by an anonymous maker. We see cannons positioned at Fort Mex, aimed westward. It invites us to reflect on the historical context of military occupation and power dynamics, particularly Western imperialism. The focus on military infrastructure invites contemplation on the role of conflict in shaping cultural landscapes. Whose perspectives are prioritized and whose are erased in this depiction of power? Consider the absence of human figures and the silence surrounding the human cost of conflict. What does it mean to document military strength without acknowledging the lives affected? In a world still grappling with the legacies of colonialism and conflict, this photograph serves as a potent reminder of the stories that often go untold.