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Ethnology of Tokelau Islands
House CONSTRUCTION: A, Typical Rectangular Dwelling Home with Modern High Eaves and Open WALLS, Protected by Dropping Wall SCREENS; on Coral Platform Retained by Slabs of Coral Set on Edge and Coconut LOGS; Coral Floor Retained by Smaller Logs Running between House POSTS. B, Interior of Modern Dwelling House Showing Kingpost Supporting RIDGEPOLE. C, Meeting House (FALA LOA) at Atafu of Type with Low Eaves Used Formerly for MEN'S HOUSES; Light Wall Poles Prevent Wall Screens from Blowing
House CONSTRUCTION: A, Typical Rectangular Dwelling Home with Modern High Eaves and Open WALLS, Protected by Dropping Wall SCREENS; on Coral Platform Retained by Slabs of Coral Set on Edge and Coconut LOGS; Coral Floor Retained by Smaller Logs Running between House POSTS. B, Interior of Modern Dwelling House Showing Kingpost Supporting RIDGEPOLE. C, Meeting House (FALA LOA) at Atafu of Type with Low Eaves Used Formerly for MEN'S HOUSES; Light Wall Poles Prevent Wall Screens from Blowing.