Malaysia's diet attaches great importance to class. At state banquets, traditional leaders usually sit first, then important guests, cabinet members and parliamentarians. The changes introduced in the first paragraph also brought Marshall various food cultures. In the past, Marshall people lived on taro and breadfruit. Gradually, the Japanese brought the culture of eating rice, and the Americans brought the culture of eating meat. The agricultural technology group in Taiwan Province Province even introduced vegetable planting technology and pig and chicken breeding technology to Malaysia, thus reducing the inherent disadvantages of Malaysians who are prone to gout, diabetes and hypertension due to eating less vegetables. In addition, seafood is indispensable in Malaysia! Coconut crab, lobster and grouper are all local specialties, but due to overfishing, the output is not as good as before. But in Marshall, food and drinks are imported, so the price is not low. How interesting the changes and characteristics of these diets are!
tuna
South Pacific island countries are rich in tuna, and eating sashimi is also quite famous at the international table. According to the Ministry of Resources Development of Marshall, there are a large number of tuna in the waters between the country and Micronesia, among which bluefin tuna (light blue) is very popular. This kind of fish has tender meat, no thorns and rich nutrition. It is the first of all "killing fish by sea", favored by people in Southeast Asia and America, and is a hot commodity in the international market. As a result, fleets from countries such as Japan, Taiwan Province Province and even the United States gathered in the Marshall Sea not far from Wan Li to catch tuna and sell it to the international market. In this regard, the Marshall Government has a welcome and friendly cooperative attitude. First of all, we can develop our own resources and cultivate our own technical team by quoting foreign advanced equipment and technology; Secondly, you can share land, get various taxes and increase foreign exchange income; Thirdly, with the arrival of a large number of foreign sailors, the domestic service industry and tourism are booming, and shell vases have brought huge market benefits. Therefore, tuna alone earned Marshall considerable income.
Natural resources are precious in protection.
Marshall people often say, "Give me a fish and you can only live for one day. Teach me to raise fish, but you can live a lifetime. " It fully expresses their lofty aspirations of eating today and thinking tomorrow. The government has formulated a series of principles and policies for this purpose. First of all, strengthen the rule of law, such as clearly stipulating that fishing is not allowed in state-owned waters without the permission of the government, and all the accidentally caught seedlings are released on the spot. Secondly, further explore the seabed resources, and don't rush to dig. For example, the local rich phosphate, seahorse, fresh shellfish and rare metals are all protected and will not be developed for the time being, taking into account the long term. Third, strengthen international technical and economic cooperation and learn from each other's strengths. Handicraft artists in Marshall Islands use local natural materials to make exquisite small gifts and decorations for island-style houses.
handicrafts
Shells collected from the beach are used to make necklaces and handmade jewelry, as well as local traditional hair bands.
The long distance between the islands and the very low altitude were a great challenge to the early Marshall residents. The composition of the waves provided them with clues about the direction of the next island. This information is transmitted downward through the areas of column charts, whose thin strips are made of bare wood and shells to reflect the types of oceans and islands or coral reefs. Photo courtesy of ELEFA Handicraft Company.
Marshall's hand-woven goods are the best among Pacific countries. Fans, baskets, cushions, decorations and KILI bags (famous by JACKIE ONASSIS) all came from Marshall and will continue to be praised for their uniqueness and sophisticated design. During this period, many creative crafts were embodied in more modern handicrafts.
Shell crafts with dual values
The shells on Marshall Beach are colorful and dazzling, with black, brown or yellow back and various hidden patterns, and the abdomen is usually white. Every time the sea ebbs, the shells will be sucked under the shallow rocks with the help of suction cups. People can turn stones up and pick them up. At night when the moon is hanging in the sky, it often climbs to the beach to enjoy the cool. As long as you are willing to go out, it will definitely come home with a full load. After picking up the shell and burying it in the ground, after being bitten by insects such as ants and decomposed by bacteria, all the fleshy things in the shell rot in a week or so. Dig it out and wash it with seawater (fresh water is not allowed, otherwise the back of the shell will lose its luster), and it will become a diamond-like boutique. A big shell (8.5X5.5) can sell for $2.50, and a small shell is worth tens of cents. However, with the help of Excellence, smart women combine these small products into various handicrafts, such as satchels, vases, neck rings, desk lamps, tapestries and so on. , unique in shape and treasured. A shell vase is worth 50-80 dollars, and the neck ring is also worth 20-30 dollars, which is twice the value. According to local customs, guests should wear shell neck rings on solemn occasions such as welcoming ceremony, signing agreement, renewing contract and tribal alliance. In the local shops, all kinds of shell crafts are dazzling, which makes customers dazzled. The post office also issued various commemorative stamps of Beiliang, which have been robbed at present.
Shell crafts (for decoration)
The Embassy of Marshall Islands in Washington, D.C. promised to authorize Marshall people to sell their professional handicrafts in the United States (in a culturally appropriate way). Although the embassy doesn't sell handicrafts, we believe that the promotion of these handicrafts will help special women's economic independence and make you happy to contact these talented individuals.
Marshall handicrafts are famous in the central Pacific region for their high-quality craftsmanship and originality, as well as the utilization of natural products. Although handicrafts are very specialized, they certainly have a wide range to attract consumers. You will find woven baskets, fans, hats, wall hangings, wallets, cushions, coastal boats, Marshall Islands maps and more! They are made in the homes of Marshallese people and are mainly found in the natural resources of outer atolls. These raw materials include coconut, pandanus leaves and likajir shells. You may also find some wonderful coconut oil products, from hand sanitizer to detergent. These products are not only good for your skin, but also will not harm the environment.
Mastering craft is still an important art form in Marshall Islands. Entering the American market will help encourage this traditional art form to flourish, although the world tends to produce goods on a large scale. Craftsmen have relied on craftsmanship as their main source of income for generations. It is expected that the proof of the market will provide craftsmen with more reliable wages and greater economic opportunities outside the Marshall Islands.
Traditional canoe
The Marshall Islands is currently implementing initiatives to revitalize and improve traditional Marshall shipbuilding skills. In the near future, please check these pages for more information.
The Marshall Islands has never used a double canoe-nor does Mick Rosia Island in general: the typical clipper in this area has a double-headed hull with asymmetrical edges and sharp edges, which is very narrow, and the bones, passengers and articles continue to be a horizontal platform. This causes floating objects to be ejected from the shielded edges of the outboard frame and the hull. The crew sit like ballast, and their numbers depend on the weather-the breeze is human wind, and the strong wind needs four people. The mast's strut is fixed on two independent main suspenders, and their pulling skillfully uses the strengthening accessories between plankton and auxiliary suspenders. Goods can and can be stored in the cargo hold, but water must be allowed due to uninterrupted transportation and packaging.
In the past, canoes were 65,438+000 feet long and could carry 40 people. With supplies, it's good to sail from these big ships for a month. It's called walap, but it's not fast. Tipnol is small and fast, and is mainly used for saltwater lake fishing: it can carry 10 or more, and it is still suitable for ocean navigation. Korkor is a small paddle outrigger, which is sometimes suitable for sails and used for saltwater lake work. Sails are triangular, usually very large, with paddocks and suspenders on both sides.
The strips woven on the mat left the strongest pandanus trees, which were stitched together most safely. They put down the spire; By twisting to add a ship, that is, staying behind the tilted mast and leaning in another direction, the sail's course moves and is attacked at the other end of the ship, which happens in less than a minute. By fostering prosperity and reducing the total area of Shpiller, sailboats were shortened in stormy weather.
The hull is made of bread trees and fruit trees. The best wood is available, but it is still far from the ideal place. The necessary size is achieved by skilled edge connection and repair, and drilling and binding are made of coconut rope.
The west is contemporary, very beautiful and well-equipped ... Our furniture workers polish the most expensive furniture, and don't better recognize canoes. Captain Cook even realized their amazing speed-12 knots, using rowing boats-they could sail much faster than his boat. /kloc-sailors in the 0/9th century left a vivid description of this trip:
This is a huge sail, down to the huge rudder paddle, and we shoot like horse racing. The mast bends like a reed, and it is like a sizzling cauldron on both sides of our route at the great speed of our efforts to build the sea.
Cultural skills
Although the exact date and origin of the unique social stratum are still controversial, the uniqueness of the culture originating from these islands is certain. Most of Marshall society can still be divided into three main social classes in the past and now:
IROIJ-Leader I, who has the ultimate sovereignty over land ownership, resource use and distribution and dispute settlement.
Alap-tribal leader, whose duties include maintaining land and supervising daily activities.
Rijerbal workers, responsible for daily life, construction, agriculture and other work.
In addition, the local land was divided into twelve parts, from Eamon ·BWIL, who belonged to the whole family, to Kitdre, who was given to his wife as a gift by her husband. The inheritance of land is matrilineal (that is, it is passed down from mother to generation).
seamanship
Residents of Pacific island countries have certain navigation skills, and Marshall people may have the most advanced methods to teach this technology. Young apprentices spend a lot of time lying in the ocean, feeling the waves below, and observing and understanding the waves beating under the island. In addition, nautical histograms of various sizes and shapes are designed to represent complex waves and wind directions related to various islands, coral reefs and coral islands. With these charts, it is more convenient for the elderly to explain and teach complex navigation concepts such as wave refraction and upwelling mode to young beginners.
The local residents of Marshall Islands have developed, improved and perfected many peculiar skills and technologies, which reflect their desire to adapt to the life and marine environment on coral islands.
For example, fishing technology has developed into a very specialized technology. The vast fishing environment and all kinds of fish make the local people develop into a highly diversified and professional fishing technology. Few other cultures in the world have fishing techniques and methods like the Marshall people.
Marshall rafts, or WA, are various, ranging from small rowing boats to high-speed sailing boats, which amazed OTTO VON KOTZEBUE, a westerner who visited Marshall Islands in the early19th century, and first-class sailing enthusiasts in the modern world. Marshall Raft is famous throughout the Pacific Ocean and even the whole world for its advanced improved technology, including asymmetric hull, leeward platform and fulcrum mast in the middle of the hull.
The traditional Marshall navigation technology is as delicate and complicated as the equipment on board. When the first Marshall immigrants arrived, they already had quite skilled sailing skills. Otherwise, they can't find the way to these islands with relatively low geographical position. With the passage of time, these technologies have been well strengthened. Finally, Marshall people learned how to read the subtle signals and instructions of nature, making sailing more interesting and easy. Stars, clouds, waves, ocean currents, wind direction, seabirds, and even the color of the ocean, these signals sent by nature have become navigation clues that trained navigators can easily identify. These advances in navigation and ship design enabled Marshall people to sail to Hawaii in the east, Ennijo (wake island) in the north, Pohnpei in the west and Kiribati in the south.