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The exploration of Tibesti, Erdi, Borkou, and Ennedi in 1912-1917

By Jean Tilho
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The author recounts a five-year French-funded mission across the Central Sahara and Lake Chad region (1912–1917) that combined geographical, hydrographical, geological and military observations to test whether the Chad basin connected to the Nile. The narrative follows routes from the Congo via the Ubangi and Shari to Lake Chad, describes field surveys of the Tibesti, Borkou, Ennedi and Erdi mountain groups, and details mapping work, natural-history evidence such as molluscs and crustaceans, encounters with local political and Senussi activity, logistical hardships, and the expedition’s cartographic and scientific findings.

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Jean Tilho

Jean Tilho was a French explorer and geographer known for his extensive travels in the Sahara Desert during the early 20th century. His notable work, "The Exploration of Tibesti, Erdi, Borkou, and Ennedi in 1912-1917," documents his expeditions in the remote regions of Chad, providing valuable insights into the geography and cultures of these areas. Tilho's explorations contributed to the understanding of the Sahara's complex landscapes and the diverse peoples inhabiting them, marking him as a significant figure in the field of exploration and geography.

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