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NameFalefa, Upolu Island
ProductionThomas Andrew; photographer; 1904; Sāmoa
Classificationblack-and-white negatives, gelatin dry plate negatives
Materialssilver, photographic gelatin, sheet glass, photographic plates
Materials Summaryblack and white gelatin glass negative
Registration NumberC.001480
Overview
Samoa. Falefa consisted of the villages Sanonu, Sagapolu, Saleapaga and Leatifasou - the house of the four. Also included was the village of Falevao about one hour away inland. Falefa is situated on the north coast of Upolu and was one of the most distinguished capitals of chiefs. Here on the Moamoa malae, the annual festivals of the god Tupualegase were celebrated. Falefa was one of the strongholds of the Safenunuivao family. Various holders of the Tui Atua title lived at or near Falefa, the most famous being Leutelele'i'iti, with whom many Falefa traditions are associated