Acre Collection (page 8)

SIEGE OF ACRE, 1799. British Commodore Sidney Smith at the Siege of Acre, 1799. Engraving

RICHARD THE LION-HEART. At Acre in 1191. Colored engraving after Gustave Dor

The family of Peter V. Andrews, Portuguese. They run a small seven-acre vegetable farm near Falmouth, Massachusetts. Just got the first cow they ever had, of which they are very proud. Mr

West Acre Priory gateway, Norfolk, England, the largest remaining fragment of this once great religious building, dating from 1198. Date: 12th century

Breaking in Ponies
Miss Hutchinson, the owner of a 100 acre pony farm on a moor at Beaulieu, New Forest, Hampshire, England, teaches her lady pupils to round up and break in young ponies. Date: 1933

Israel / Acre 1960S
A street scene in the ancient part of Acre, Israel. Date: 1960s

Castle Acre Priory
The remains of the gateway of Castle Acre Priory, Norfolk, England, a Norman castle and Cluniac priory, which was founded by William de Warenne, Earl of Surrey, circa 1090. Date: 11th century

Acre City Walls
The Medieval city walls at Acre (Akko), Israel. Acre was one of the most contested cities during the Crusades. Date: 1971

Westminster Slum
Devils Acre, not the most salubrious corner of Westminster

LONG ACRE
St Martins Hall, Long Acre, housing Hullahs music school

Hells Half Acre, Yellowstone Park, 1888
Engraving showing Hells Half Acre viewed from the North, Yellowstone Park, USA, 1888. A large amount of steam can be seen issuing from the hot springs that characterise this part of Yellowstone Park

Distant View of Acre
Distant view of Acre, with the Royal Navy ship Tigre and a native fishing boat in the foreground

Acre (Ptolemais)
A Prospect of the Town and Harbour of Ptolemais in Phaenicia - later the town of Acre in present-day Israel

PLANTING IRISH TATIES
A little girl helps a couple, perhaps her grandfather and mother, to plant taties (potatoes) on a four acre farm in Eire (Ireland)

Pyramid of Cheops / Giza
The Pyramid of Cheops at Giza. 146.6 metres high, 13 acre base, 6 million tonnes of stone, 20 years in construction

Steam ploughing with Boydells engine, near Louth
Engraving showing steam ploughing with Boydells engine near Louth, with a large group of onlookers watching the proceedings

Louis IX at Acre / Crusade
Louis IX at Acre receives embassy from the Old Man of the Mountain

Plants / Sedum Acre
BITING STONECROP

Aerial view of Castle Acre, remains of a motte and bailey castle with extensive earthworks, Castle Acre, Norfolk, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Hammam Al-Basha bath house, Akko, Israel, Middle East

Arab market, Akko (Acre), Israel, Middle East

Interior of the Crusader Castle, Akko (Acre), Israel, Middle East

Crusader / Camp at Acre
Crusaders at the camp at Acre

Sidney Smith (Eckstein)
SIR WILLIAM SIDNEY SMITH naval commander, depicted at the siege of Acre in Palestine

Richard I at Acre
THIRD CRUSADE - Richard I lands at Acre and takes the city

Richard at Jaffa
THIRD CRUSADE - Richard I, after taking Acre, advances to Jaffa where he defeats Saladin and takes the city

Richard at Acre
THIRD CRUSADE - After landing at Acre, in Palestine, Richard I meets the Master of the Knights of Saint John

Castle Acre Priory 1738
East view of the ruins of Castle Acre Priory, Norfolk, England, a Norman castle and Cluniac priory, which was founded by William Warren, Earl of Surrey in 1090

Crusades / Acre Defended
Guillaume de Clermont tries to defend Acre, the last Christian possession in Palestine, but it falls to Sultan Malek al Aschraf

Crusades / Treaty
THIRD CRUSADE After some victories, the Crusaders make a treaty with Saladin, giving them Jaffa, Acre, and visiting rights in Jerusalem

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Acre, a captivating city with a rich history that spans across continents and centuries. As you stroll along the ancient streets, your eyes are drawn to the magnificent view of the old city walls in Akko, Israel. This UNESCO World Heritage Site stands as a testament to the resilience and beauty of this Middle Eastern gem. Transporting yourself back in time, you can almost hear the echoes of the Crusades and envision Richard I leading his troops through these very streets. The remnants of this historical era still linger, reminding us of their significance in shaping Acre's identity. In Luxulyan village, Cornwall in 1914, an idyllic scene unfolds with a church tower standing tall against the backdrop. It serves as a reminder that even amidst turmoil elsewhere, life continued its peaceful course in quaint corners like these. London Trade Card - Nathan Drake takes us on another journey through time. A colourman by trade, he adds vibrancy to our lives just like Acre does to our memories. The year 1191 holds great importance for Acre as it was then that Ptolemais was given to Philip Augustus and Richard the Lionheart. The weight of this historic event is palpable as we stand here today. From Africa's sugarcane plants to Syria's Bay of Acre, this city has left its mark across borders and continents. Its influence extends far beyond its shores; it is truly a global hub where cultures intertwine harmoniously. As we admire Jezzar Pasha mosque captured by Donald McLeish in c1930s Palestine, we appreciate how art immortalizes moments frozen in time. It allows us glimpses into different eras while showcasing architectural marvels such as this sacred place of worship. Castle Acre's design showcases both elegance and functionality—a perfect blend for house & offices alike. Nestled within Norfolk's charming landscape lies yet another facet of Acre's diverse tapestry.