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Imported Copper Wires
Steel cables imported to Boa Vista through Port of Sal Rei are loaded onto a truck.
Children Playing Near the Port of Sal Rei
Children play in the Atlantic Ocean to the sotuh of Port of Sal Rei.
Children Posing in the Sand
Boys on a beach by Port of Sal Rei pose for a photograph by David Baxter.
Beach Scene Near the Port of Sal Rei
Cape Verdeans on a beach in Sal Rei. Several small boats are seen in the waters close to shore as well as the Port of Sal Rei to the far left.
Santa Isabel Church of Sal Rei (1 of 2)
Located in the Central Praça of Sal Rei is the Santa Isabel Church. Since this photo was taken in 1988 the church and the area in front of it have been remodeled. The church now features a sand colored facade with bright blue accents and the square…
Santa Isabel Church of Sal Rei (2 of 2)
Located in the Central Praça of Sal Rei is the Santa Isabel Church. Since this photo was taken in 1988 the church and the area in front of it have been remodeled. The church now features a sand colored facade with bright blue accents and the square…
Children's Play Area in the Praça of Sal Rei
Children in the Central Praça of Sal Rei. Since this photo was taken, the area has been remodeled, adding much more color and life to this popular children's attraction.
Portrait of Children Under a Tree
A group of five children sit under the shade of a tree just outside the play area in the Praça of Sal Rei.
Central Praça of Sal Rei
This photo was taken looking into the Central Praça ("plaza") of Sal Rei. The area is a popular place to host events such as parades and bandstands for the community.
Portrait of Children Near the Central Praça
Three children pose to have their picture taken just outside the boundaries of a Praça of Sal Rei.
Islet of Sal Rei
Ilha de Sal-Rei, an islet located just 1 km west of Sal Rei, Boa Vista is a small relatively deserted area. Although little remnants remain, the islet is known as the site of the fort of the Duque de Bragan
Ilha de Sal Rei Looking Towards Sal Rei (1 of 2)
This photo was taken on the shores of Ilha de Sal Rei looking towards Sal Rei, Boa Vista on the distant horizon. It depicts just how relatively close the two are from each other.
Ilha de Sal Rei Looking Towards Sal Rei (2 of 2)
This photo was taken on the shores of Ilha de Sal Rei looking towards Sal Rei, Boa Vista on the distant horizon. It depicts just how relatively close the two are from each other.
Three men in a small vessel appear to be approaching the small islet.
Three men in a small vessel appear to be approaching the small islet.
Approaching Ilha de Sal Rei (1 of 2)
Three men in a small vessel pose for a photograph as they approach the Ilha de Sal Rei, a small islet off the coast of Boa Vista.
Approaching Ilha de Sal Rei (2 of 2)
Three men on a journey to Ilha de Sal Rei. Some commercial vessels and small fishing boats can be seen between here and the shore of Boa Vista.
Desalination Plant (1 of 2)
Area surrounding the intake mechanism for a newly constructed desalination plant on Boa Vista. The plant was built by the Danish government and has provided fresh drinking water to the community.
Desalination Plant (2 of 2)
At the time this photo was taken, this desalination plant had just been built along the coast of Boa Vista. The plant was built by the Danish government and has served its purpose of providing fresh drinking water to the community by process of…
Machinery of the Desalination Plant
An unidentified man stands amidst some machinery, possibly a power source, that is part of a desalination plant.
This plant utilizes reverse osmosis to convert ocean water into viable, drinking water for the community. Osmosis requires a semi…
This plant utilizes reverse osmosis to convert ocean water into viable, drinking water for the community. Osmosis requires a semi…
Operation of the Desalination Plant
An unidentified man operates a lever on one of the machines of the desalination plant.
This plant utilizes reverse osmosis to convert ocean water into viable, drinking water for the community. Osmosis requires a semi permeable membrane separating…
This plant utilizes reverse osmosis to convert ocean water into viable, drinking water for the community. Osmosis requires a semi permeable membrane separating…
Desalination Plant on Boa Vista
This desalination plant utilizes reverse osmosis to convert ocean water into viable, drinking water for the community. Osmosis requires a semi permeable membrane separating two containers: one filled with pure water and the other with saline (salt)…
Control Panel in Desalination Plant
The Danish government built this desalination plant in Cape Verde just prior to this 1988 photograph.
Natural fresh water resources are few to nonexistent in many islands of Cape Verde. Therefore, seawater desalination plants are absolutely…
Natural fresh water resources are few to nonexistent in many islands of Cape Verde. Therefore, seawater desalination plants are absolutely…
Interior of Desalination Plant on Boa Vista
The Danish government built this desalination plant in Cape Verde just prior to this 1988 photograph.
Natural fresh water resources are few to nonexistent in many islands of Cape Verde. Therefore, seawater desalination plants are absolutely…
Natural fresh water resources are few to nonexistent in many islands of Cape Verde. Therefore, seawater desalination plants are absolutely…
Machinery in Desalination Plant
The Danish government built this desalination plant in Cape Verde just prior to this 1988 photograph.
Natural fresh water sources are few to nonexistent in many islands of Cape Verde. Therefore, seawater desalination plants are absolutely crucial…
Natural fresh water sources are few to nonexistent in many islands of Cape Verde. Therefore, seawater desalination plants are absolutely crucial…
Operating a Desalination Plant
An unidentified man works in a desalination plant.
The Danish government built this desalination plant in Cape Verde just prior to this 1988 photograph
Natural fresh water sources are few to nonexistent in many islands of Cape Verde. Therefore,…
The Danish government built this desalination plant in Cape Verde just prior to this 1988 photograph
Natural fresh water sources are few to nonexistent in many islands of Cape Verde. Therefore,…
Operating a Desalination Plant
An unidentified man works in a desalination plant.
The Danish government built this desalination plant in Cape Verde just prior to this 1988 photograph.
Natural fresh water sources are few to nonexistent in many islands of Cape Verde.…
The Danish government built this desalination plant in Cape Verde just prior to this 1988 photograph.
Natural fresh water sources are few to nonexistent in many islands of Cape Verde.…
Tower at Desalination Plant on Boa Vista
A man and a woman near a tower overlooking the desalination plant on Boa Vista.
Coast near Desalination Plant on Boa Vista
Coastal scene near the then newly constructed desalination plant built by the Danish government.
Family near a Beach on Boa Vista
A family spends time near a beach on Boa Vista.
Visiting Praia Curralinho (1 of 2)
View of Praia Curralinho in 1988.
Visiting Praia Curralinho (1 of 2)
View of Praia Curralinho in 1988.
Camping on Praia Curralinho
David Baxter revisits Praia Curralinho in 1988, this time with a dome tent.
Kneeling Fisherman Among his Catch
Fisherman kneels among his catch on a beach in Boa Vista.
Fisherman and Children on Beach
Fisherman and three children sit on a beach in Boa Vista.
Two Fishermen among Their Catch
Fishermen evaluate their catch on a beach in Boa Vista.
Fisherman and His Catch
Fisherman evaluates his catch on a beach in Boa Vista.
Mule standing on Rocky Beach
A mule used by fishermen stands on a rocky beach next to shelter.
Fishermen Preparing for Travel
Fishermen load a mule with their catch, among other supplies.
Dusk on Praia Curralinho
David Baxter enjoys peace and quiet outside his tent at dusk on Praia Curralinho.
On the Road to Sal Rei (1 of 7)
On the road returning to Sal Rei, David Baxter snaps a photo of one of the more mountainous areas on Boa Vista.
On the Road to Sal Rei (2 of 7)
A village on higher ground on the road to Sal Rei.
On the Road to Sal Rei (3 of 7)
A windmill provides energy for a village along the road that leads back to Sal Rei.
On the Road to Sal Rei (4 of 7)
Flora alongside a road to Sal Rei.
On the Road to Sal Rei (5 of 7)
David Baxter passes by four men with donkeys and a dog on the road to Sal Rei.
On the Road to Sal Rei (6 of 7)
Men and children on donkeys stop to rest on the road that leads to Sal Rei.
On the Road to Sal Rei (7 of 7)
A woman displays flora alongside the road that leads to Sal Rei. A village can be seen on higher ground in the background.
Wind-Powered Well in Arid Interior of Boa Vista (1 of 5)
A handful of people stand at the base of a wind-powered well. The well provides a vital water resource to the residents of the arid interior of Boa vista.
Wind-Powered Well in Arid Interior of Boa Vista (2 of 5)
Six children climb upon the base of a windmill that supplies power to a well in Boa Vista.
The well provides a vital water resource to the residents of the arid interior of Boa vista.
The well provides a vital water resource to the residents of the arid interior of Boa vista.
Wind-Powered Well in Arid Interior of Boa Vista (3 of 5)
A woman places a pail full of water atop her head after retrieving the water from the wind-powered well.
The well provides a vital resource to the residents of the arid interior of Boa vista.
The well provides a vital resource to the residents of the arid interior of Boa vista.
Wind-Powered Well in Arid Interior of Boa Vista (4 of 5)
Two children walk up the stairs from the well with a container, presumably filled with water.
The well provides a vital water resource to the residents of the arid interior of Boa vista.
The well provides a vital water resource to the residents of the arid interior of Boa vista.
Wind-Powered Well in Arid Interior of Boa Vista (5 of 5)
The bottom of a deep wind-powered well that provides vital water resources to the residents of the arid interior of Boa vista.