Personal photos/text taken in/out of Vietnam combat zone from perspective of copilot on USAF C-130 345th Tactical Airlift Crew. Not just about the war, but also about the people/places of the region during 1972. This is where I got my first Nikon film SLR which turned into lifelong passion albeit now Canon digital SLR. The photos are recent digital scans from old 35mm slides wasting away in hot/cold attic for 40 years. Extensive Photoshop editing has been used to make them somewhat presentable.
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Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Orange Mini Taxi Jakata
Eco-travel in Jakarta, Indonesia – 1973. These nimble little taxis were a cheap way to travel with enclosed cab providing some isolation from the noise and fumes although had be quite toasty inside … appears passenger was wiping head with handkerchief as vehicle zips past. I like the driver’s lid. I was unable to find out much about this “CANDRAMUS” on the web although the word is related to an Indian Moon God ... not sure if that was an advertisement or name of the vehicle maker. It looks like a common motor scooter with creative front end modifications. The words "3 ORANG" on front may mean 3 person capacity??? ... seems like a stretch to me. In any case this looks like a precursor to the orange Bajaj three-wheel taxis very common in 2011 Indonesia. Main difference is the Bajajs have middle wheel and driver in front with an enclosure added.
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The most surprising feature is the rider's position behind the passengers compartment.
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