Framed Print : Guns and bombardment damage, Alexandria, Egypt, 1882
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Guns and bombardment damage, Alexandria, Egypt, 1882
Guns and bombardment damage, Alexandria, Egypt, 1882. Date: 1882
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Media ID 14355166
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
1882 Alexandria Bombardment Damage Guns
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative image "Guns and bombardment damage, Alexandria, Egypt, 1882." This powerful photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into history as it depicts the aftermath of the bombardment of Alexandria by British and French forces in 1882. The intricate details of the damaged buildings, the ominous guns, and the sense of tension in the air make for a truly mesmerizing piece that adds depth and character to any space. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this unique and intriguing Framed Print from Media Storehouse.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image captures the aftermath of the bombardment of Alexandria, Egypt, in 1882. The tranquil waters of the Mediterranean Sea are disrupted by the chaos and destruction that unfolded on this fateful day. In the foreground, the muzzle of a large cannon is visible, its barrel smoking from recent use. The once grand buildings of Alexandria's waterfront are reduced to rubble, their facades shattered and broken. Smoke rises from the ruins, a testament to the intense firepower that was unleashed upon this historic city. The bombardment of Alexandria was a pivotal moment in the history of Egypt, marking the end of the rule of Khedive Ismail and the beginning of British occupation. The event took place on July 11, 1882, when a mob attacked and killed several British soldiers, prompting a British response led by General Sir Garnet Wolseley. The bombardment lasted for several hours, leaving the city in ruins and claiming the lives of thousands of Egyptian civilians. This photograph, taken in the aftermath of the bombardment, offers a poignant reminder of the devastating consequences of war. The image is a powerful testament to the destructive power of military technology and the human cost of conflict. It also serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural significance of Alexandria, a city that has endured countless challenges throughout its long and storied past.
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