Desert survival
In the past, finding food, shelter
and, especially, water in the desert summers was difficult for Bedouins. They
followed the flight of birds or looked for signs of vegetation to find places
where they could dig wells, often with their bare hands. Wells were named after
the men who found them. Sometimes Bedouins would even kill and drain a camel’s
body for water. Goat and camel milk could also serve as a water substitute.
Water was stored in sheep or goatskin satchels for long journeys. The Bedouin
were also well-acclimatised to desert heat and able to withstand greater
dehydration than most. Through necessity, they were well-prepared for survival
in the desert heat.
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