“Every kind of fruit grows here, - coconut, bananas, breadfruit, granadillas, “ mummy apples”, oranges, mangoes, custard apples, limes, pineapples, the sweet potato, the taro and the yam are raised in great quantities, and vegetables from temperate climes are successfully cultivated…”
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Heroism, wars, struggle, strength, lush forests and beauty are some of the moments of our growth through our history and what the museum takes note of with respect to our traditions, moral values and way of life.
“Samoa and its story,” is the title of a book published by New Zealand to extend the story of Samoa from
German rule to New Zealand captivity and occupation. It gives a detailed account of the lush environment of Samoa among other things. Interestingly it mentioned abundance as follows:
“Everywhere the bush and the fruit-plantation; the coconut palm groves along the coast and inland furring the ranges, the wild timber, large and small. All twisted and twined with shrubs and lianes, in a true tropical profusion of jungly intricacy. Every kind of fruit grows here, - coconut, bananas, breadfruit, granadillas, “ mummy apples”, oranges, mangoes, custard apples, limes, pineapples, the sweet potato, the taro and the yam are raised in great quantities, and vegetable from temperate climes are successfully cultivated…”
And of heroism and wealth, it said, “Manono was known for its warriors and was rich in food supplies. “
Of fame it stated, “Savaii was famous for its great volcano at the time.”
Of courage it read, “ It was on that beach ( Apia) in the height of gale ( 1889 cyclone) that the brave Samoans, friends and foes alike, burying the hatchet, rushed into the surf to rescue the perishing Germans and Americans, and it was the chief of Apia, Seumanutafa, who especially distinguished himself by his chivalrous humanity and courage.”
And of the population it reported that, “The Samoans then numbered about 35,000. “
The author was correct if we look at Samoa now, “ …the Samoans were not dying out.”
The picture above is one taken in 1905 and is our current face-book image of the week.
Meanwhile, the museum continues to prepare for exhibitions during the SIDS conference. Meanwhile, there are plenty memories to reflect on as we make our way towards highlighting the importance of our environment, our cultural heritage and partnerships with our friends near and far.
With that we leave you with humble blessings for this week. God speed.
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