Media
1890 - 1917
Daily Life Under Ottoman Rule Photographs from the American Colony in Jerusalem depict urban scenes, markets, and cultural events. While specific audio recordings from this period are scarce, ambient sounds from similar late Ottoman settings can provide atmospheric context.
1917–1948
British Mandate and Urban Development. Images from LIFE Magazine and the UNRWA archives showcase urban life, cultural events, and the impact of British rule. Field recordings from this era are limited; however, sounds from similar early 20th-century Middle Eastern urban environments can be used to evoke the period.
1948
The Nakba – Displacement and Refugee Experience Photographs from UNRWA and the Palestinian Museum Digital Archive document the exodus and establishment of refugee camps. The Palestinian Oral History Archive (POHA) contains testimonies from refugees, offering personal narratives of displacement. UNRWA Photo and Film Archive
1950s – 1960s
Refugee Camps and Cultural Resilience Images from the Joss Dray Collection and UNRWA archives depict life in refugee camps and cultural expressions. The Palestinian Sound Archive features music and field recordings from this period, reflecting cultural resilience. The Joss Dray Collection.
ID | Media | Type | Source Link | Date | Notes |
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1 | 001.mp4 | Video | British Pathe | 1955 | LIFE ON THE EGYPTIAN BORDER (1955) |
2 | 002.mp4 | Video | British Pathe | 1955 | ARAB QUARTERS (1955) |
3 | 003.mp4 | Video | British Pathe | 1966 | JERICHO (1966) |
4 | 004.mp4 | Video | British Pathe | 1969 | EXTRA ! JORDAN REFUGEES |
5 | 005.jpg | Image | palarchive | 1956 | zaffa |
6 | 006.jpg | Image | palarchive | 1969 | zaffa |
1967
The Six-Day War and Occupation Photographs from Magnum Photos document the impact of the war and subsequent occupation. While specific audio recordings from this period are limited, news broadcasts and radio programs from the era can provide context. From the Archive: Israel and Palestine – Magnum Photos
1970s - 1980s
Intifadas and Political Mobilization Images from various archives depict protests, political events, and daily life during the Intifadas. The Palestinian Sound Archive features recordings from this era, including music and field recordings. Palestinian Sound Archive – NTS
ID | Media | Type | Source Link | Date | Notes |
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1 | 001.jpg | Image | palarchive.org | ||
2 | 002.jpg | Image | palarchive.org | ||
3 | 003.jpg | Image | palarchive.org | ||
4 | 004.jpg | Image | palarchive.org | ||
5 | 005.jpg | Image | palarchive.org | ||
6 | 006.jpg | Image | palarchive.org | ||
7 | 007.jpg | Image | palarchive.org | ||
8 | 008.jpg | Image | palarchive.org | ||
9 | 009.mp4 | Video | Vimeo | 1985 | The way to Palestine |
10 | 010.jpg | Image | palarchive | 1970s | zaffa |
11 | 011.jpg | Image | palarchive | 1979 | zaffa |
12 | 012.jpg | Image | palarchive | 1980 | zaffa |
13 | 013.jpg | Image | palarchive | 1983 | zaffa |
14 | 014.jpg | Image | palarchive | 1983 | zaffa |
1990s
Oslo Accords and Shifting Realities Photographs from various sources document the optimism and challenges during this period. The Palestinian Sound Archive includes recordings from this era, reflecting the cultural landscape. Palestinian Sound Archive – NTS
2000s
Second Intifada and International Attention Images from various archives document the events and international responses. The Palestinian Sound Archive features recordings from this period, capturing the atmosphere of the time. Palestinian Sound Archive – NTS
ID | Media | Type | Source Link | Date | Notes |
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1 | 001.mp4 | Video | YouTube | 2009 | Palestinians celebrate festival of dance |
2010s
Cultural Renaissance and Global Solidarity Photographs from various sources depict cultural events, art, and international solidarity movements. The Palestinian Sound Archive includes contemporary music and field recordings, reflecting the cultural renaissance. Palestinian Sound Archive – NTS
ID | Media | Type | Source Link | Date | Notes |
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1 | 001.mp4 | Video | YouTube | 2015 | Palestinian Dabka_Palestinian Folk Dance and Song |
2020s
Contemporary Voices and Digital Activism Images from various sources document contemporary life, protests, and digital activism. The Palestinian Sound Archive features recent recordings, capturing the voices of contemporary Palestinians. Palestinian Sound Archive – NTS
ID | Media | Type | Source Link | Date | Notes |
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1 | 001.mp3 | Audio | SoundCloud | 2023 | Palestinian Sound Archive 231023 |
Undated
ID | Media | Type | Source Link | Date | Notes |
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1 | 001.jpg | Image | palarchive | Dabkeh | |
2 | 002.jpg | Image | palarchive | Dabkeh | |
3 | 003.jpg | Image | palarchive | Dabkeh | |
4 | 004.jpg | Image | palarchive | Dabkeh | |
5 | 005.jpg | Image | palarchive | Dabkeh | |
6 | 006.jpg | Image | palarchive | Dabkeh | |
7 | 007.jpg | Image | palarchive | Dabkeh | |
8 | 008.jpg | Image | palarchive |