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The Island of Tonga

  • 1913
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This little gem in the Pacific Ocean is the only independent monarchy left in the South Sea Islands. This picture gives us many interesting views of the life here in all its simplicity. The ... Read allThis little gem in the Pacific Ocean is the only independent monarchy left in the South Sea Islands. This picture gives us many interesting views of the life here in all its simplicity. The natives are very hospitable; they were warlike at one time, but now follow peaceful pursui... Read allThis little gem in the Pacific Ocean is the only independent monarchy left in the South Sea Islands. This picture gives us many interesting views of the life here in all its simplicity. The natives are very hospitable; they were warlike at one time, but now follow peaceful pursuits. The old dances, the manners and customs of the people, the way they live and the many ... Read all

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    Dock scenes are always shown

    The photography of this interesting island in the Southern Pacific is clear enough to let us see pretty well what it is like; but the subjects were not chosen with a view of making us intimately acquainted with the place. Dock scenes are always shown and so, it seems, is the inevitable race in the island canoes. - The Moving Picture World, August 9, 1913

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      Released as a split reel along with the documentary Opportunity and a Million Acres (1913).

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      • July 24, 1913 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • France
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      • French
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      • Tonga
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      • Pathé Frères
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      • Black and White
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      • Silent
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      • 1.33 : 1

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