Ahmad Collection

Albanian King Zog I
The Albanian King Zog I (1895-1961) - previously Ahmed Zog - initially Prime Minister from 1923 to 1924, then President from January 1925 until 1928 (as depicted here) and on September 1st

H H Sheikh of Kuwait Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah
The 10th Monarch of Kuwait (between 1921-1950), H H Sheikh Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (1885-1950) - pictured in October 1933 firing the anti-airplane machine guns - mounted on the rail for demonstration

Colonel Ahmed 'Urabi or Orabi, 1841 - 1911, aka Ahmad Arabi or Arabi Pasha
3062119 Colonel Ahmed 'Urabi or Orabi, 1841 - 1911, aka Ahmad Arabi or Arabi Pasha.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Egyptian nationalist and an officer of the Egyptian army)

Visit to England by the Shah of Persia
Visit by Ahmad Shah Qajar (1898-1930) - Shah of Persia (Iran) from 1909 to 1925. The Qajar dynasty. An inspection of the guard of honour at Dover

The Insurrection under Arabi Pasha, 1882: The Bluejackets clearing the streets of Alexandria, (1901). Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War

The Rebellion of Arabi Pasha in Egypt, 1882: The Bombardment of Alexandria... (1901)
The Rebellion of Arabi Pasha in Egypt, 1882: The Bombardment of Alexandria by the British Fleet, (1901). Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War

Alastait Wilson & Wassem Ahmad
Alastait Wilson and Wassem Ahmad Great Britain V Pakistan London 2012 Olympic Games, Mens Hockey Stratford, London, England 03 August 2012 Date: 03 August 2012

Ahmad Shahzad Pakistan Pakistan V South Africa Trent Bridge, Nottingham, England 01 June 2009 Date: 01 June 2009

Chiefs from Arabia and the Gulf visiting the King, 1919
Seeing the sights of London: some of the chiefs from Central Arabia and the Gulf Littoral on a mission to King George V in 1919

Sheikh of Qatar shakes hands Lord Home
Sheikh Ahmad of Qatar shaking hands with Lord Home the Foreign Secretary after arriving in England on 4 July 1961 as the guest of the British government for an official visit. Date: 1961

Sudan - Omdurman - The Mahdis Tomb
The Mahdis Tomb - Omdurman, Sudan. Tomb of Muhammad Ahmad, self- declared Mahdi in 1881. In his reform of Islam he replaced the pilgrimage to Mecca with the obligation to serve in the holy war

Ahmad Jamal, c1998. Creator: Brian Foskett
Ahmad Jamal, c1998

Sultan Sanjar and the Old Woman, Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami, early 16th century

Taj Mahal at sunset from banks of Jumna
A man sits fishing in the River Jumna at sunset. Behind him is the semi-silhouette of the Taj Mahal, Agra, India Date: 1986

The Insurrection under Arabi Pasha, 1882: The Battle of Tel-El-Kebir, September 13, (1901). Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War

Welcoming Another Distinguished Foreign Visitor, 1919, (1937). Creator: Unknown
Welcoming Another Distinguished Foreign Visitor, 1919, (1937). Prince Albert (later George VI), receiving H.I.M The Shah of Persia, at Dover, 1919

Ahmad Jamal, Brecon Jazz Festival, Powys, Wales, August 1998. Artist: Brian O Connor
Ahmad Jamal, Brecon Jazz Festival, Powys, Wales, August 1998

Ahmad Jamal, Jazz Cafe, Camden Town, London, December 1990. Artist: Brian O Connor
Ahmad Jamal, Jazz Cafe, Camden Town, London, December 1990

Arabis Prison in the Abbassieh Barracks, c1882. Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

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Ahmad Azhari - (coordinator for Conservation) holds turi-turi plant seedling - at replanting site for restoration of habitat for Sumatran Orangutans Date:

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Caricature of Sir Garnet Wolseley and Ahmad Arabi
Caricature of Sir Garnet Joseph Wolseley (1833-1913), British army commander, and Ahmad Arabi (Ahmed Urabi or Orabi, Arabi Pasha, 1841-1911), Egyptian army leader

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Ahmad Azhari (Coordinator for Conservation) with sungkai tree - at replanting site for restoration of habitat for Sumatran Orangutans (Peronema canescensi ) Date:

Treaty of Rawalpindi, 1919
Treaty of Rawalpindi, 8th August 1919 - between Afghanistan and Britain during the Third Anglo-Afghan War. Sardar Ali Ahmad Khan (pictured)

President Abdul Mohammed Arif of Iraq
President Abdul Mohammed Arif (wearing suit) arrives for his first press conference after becoming president of Iraq, following a coup

The Taj Mahal is a mausoleum located in Agra, India, built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It is a fine example of Mughal architecture

Anglo-Egyptian War (1882). Emissaries of Arabi Pasha recruiting soldiers among the tribes to fight the British army. In the background, the Temple of Edfu. Engraving, 1882

Mahdis Tomb - Omdurman, Sudan
The Mahdis Tomb - Omdurman, Sudan. Tomb of Muhammad Ahmad, self- declared Mahdi in 1881. In his reform of Islam he replaced the pilgrimage to Mecca with the obligation to serve in the holy war

AL-MUSTASIM (1213-1258). Last Abbasid Caliph in Baghdad. Illumination from the History by Hafiz-i Abru, Persian, c1425

DECIMAL FRACTIONS. The first appearance of decimal fractions in the unique 10th century manuscript of Abu l-Hasan al-Uqlidisis Kitab al-Fusul

AHMED MUHAMMED RAISULI (c1875-1925). Moroccan brigand. Drawing, 1904

CHARLES GEORGE GORDON (1833-1885). English soldier. Too Late! The Mahdi and his men entering Khartoum as Britannia weeps in this English cartoon of 1885 by John Tenniel

Averroes (Ibn Rushd) 1126-1198 full name Abu Al-Walid Muhammad Ibn Ahmad Ibn Muhammad Ibn Rushd, eminent medieval Islamic philosopher, native of Cordova

AHMAD BEY, PARIS, 1846. The arrival by coach of Tunisian ruler Ahmad Bey at the Elysee Palace, Paris, on the occasion of his visit with King Louis Philippe of France in 1846

AHMAD BEY (1806-1855). Also known as Ahmad ibn Mustafa and Ahmad Pasha. Tunisian ruler. Wood engraving, 1852

MOHAMMED AHMED, MAHDI (1843?-1885): wood engraving, 1884
MOHAMMED AHMED, " MAHDI" (1843?-1885): wood engraving, 1884

MOHAMMED AHMED (1843-1885). Called the Mahdi. Sudanese leader. Wood engraving, 1884

Middle Eastern Dervish Group
Rifai Dervishes - a Dervish order founded by Shaykh Sayyid Ahmad ar-Rifai (1119-1182). Traditional Dervish order found with a marked prescence in Syria, Egypt, Kosovo and Albania

Afghan Delegation at Murree
The Afghan delegation, two days after the signing of the Treaty of Rawalpindi, signed at Murree on 8th August 1919 - between Afghanistan and Britain during the Third Anglo-Afghan War

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Ahmad, a name that echoes through history and resonates with power. From Albanian King Zog I to H H Sheikh of Kuwait Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, this name has been carried by influential figures who shaped nations. In the depths of time, we find Mahmud in his bloodstained Jibba, capturing a moment frozen in turmoil. The photograph speaks volumes about the struggles faced by those like Ahmad during their reigns. Even across borders, Ahmad's presence was felt. During the visit to England by the Shah of Persia, whispers of his influence could be heard amidst diplomatic discussions and grand ceremonies. But it wasn't just politics that defined Ahmad's legacy; it was also rebellion and insurrection. The Insurrection under Arabi Pasha saw bluejackets clearing streets while bombs rained down on Alexandria during the Rebellion of Arabi Pasha in Egypt. Caricatures depicting Sir Garnet Wolseley alongside Ahmad Arabi showcased the clash between two powerful forces at odds with each other. Their actions would leave an indelible mark on history for years to come. Yet not all associations with they were marred by conflict or strife. Alastait Wilson & Wassem Ahmad united their talents to create something beautiful - perhaps a testament to how art can transcend boundaries and bring people together. Sports too found its place within this narrative as names like Ahmad Shahzad emerged onto cricket fields, showcasing skill and passion for the game. From chiefs visiting kings in 1919 Arabia to handshakes between Sheikh of Qatar and Lord Home, connections were forged across cultures thanks to individuals bearing the name Ahmed - bridging divides through diplomacy and friendship. And finally, standing tall amidst Sudan's Omdurman lies The Mahdis Tomb - a symbol of resistance against colonial powers where countless lives were sacrificed including those named Ahmed who fought fearlessly for freedom. Ahmad is more than just a name.