Massawa Collection

East Africa - Eritrea - Massawa - The Governors Palace Date: circa 1931

Eritrea - The old road from Asmara to Massawa - Built by Italians during colonialism - Africa
STA-238 Eritrea - The old road from Asmara to Massawa - Built by Italians during colonialism Africa Augusto Leandro Stanzani Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Eritrea / Massawa 1895
Eritrea, East Africa: the port and quayside of Massawa

Valley - Seen from the old road from Asmara to Massawa, built by Italians during colonialism - Eritrea - Africa
STA-210 Valley - Seen from the old road from Asmara to Massawa, built by Italians during colonialism Eritrea - Africa Augusto Leandro Stanzani Please note that prints are for personal display

Historical map of Massawa and surroundings, Eritrea, woodcut, published 1897
Historical map of Massawa and surroundings, Eritrea. Wood engraving, published in 1897

The Isle of Mussowah, in the Red Sea, the Head-Quarters of the Abyssinian Relief Mission (engraving)
1610692 The Isle of Mussowah, in the Red Sea, the Head-Quarters of the Abyssinian Relief Mission (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Isle of Mussowah)

Massowah, in the Red Sea, One of the Landing-Places of the British Expedition to Abyssinia (engraving)
1620737 Massowah, in the Red Sea, One of the Landing-Places of the British Expedition to Abyssinia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Massowah)

General Gordon (engraving)
1061520 General Gordon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Gordon. Illustration for The Graphic)

The Abyssinian Expedition (engraving)
1588452 The Abyssinian Expedition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Abyssinian Expedition)

The War in the Soudan, Massowah, from the Second Island, showing the Causeway (engraving)
1622640 The War in the Soudan, Massowah, from the Second Island, showing the Causeway (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

Italian warship Volturno in the harbour of Massawa, Eritrea (chromolitho)
2782848 Italian warship Volturno in the harbour of Massawa, Eritrea (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Egypto-Abyssinian Dispute, the Port of Massowah (engraving)
1045206 The Egypto-Abyssinian Dispute, the Port of Massowah (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Egypto-Abyssinian Dispute, the Port of Massowah)

The War in the Soudan, Black Troops leaving Massowah to join the Forces at Souakim (engraving)
1622387 The War in the Soudan, Black Troops leaving Massowah to join the Forces at Souakim (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Massowah, on the Red Sea Coast, occupied by the Italian Troops (engraving)
1594711 Massowah, on the Red Sea Coast, occupied by the Italian Troops (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Massowah, on the Red Sea Coast)

The Italian Occupation of Massowah, Red Sea, Hoisting the Italian Flag (engraving)
1044914 The Italian Occupation of Massowah, Red Sea, Hoisting the Italian Flag (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Italian Occupation of Massowah)

Eritrea - The old road from Asmara to Massawa - Built by Italians during colonialism. Africa

East Africa - Eritrea - Massawa - Salt Flats at Gherar Date: circa 1910s

Abdel Kader radio station in Massawa, Eritrea
Abdel Kader radio station in Massawa (Mitsiwa) on the coast of the Red Sea, Eritrea. Date: circa 1920s

Massawa - Old town with local residents. Eritrea - Africa

Valley - Seen from the old road from Asmara to Massawa, built by Italians during colonialism. Eritrea - Africa

WW2 - Free French Forces in Africa - who won victories at Mourzouk, Kufra, Massawa and Keren (Libyan Campaign). Date: circa 1943

Station in Eritrea
ERITREA : station at Otumlo, near Massawa in Italian Eritrea. Date: 1895

Source Size = 3775 x 2527
Gordon in the Soudan, 1879, Entering Massawa

The Italpan Occupation of Massowah, Red Sea, View of the Town

The Italian Occupation of Massowah, Red Sea, Hoisting the Italian Flag

East Africa - Eritrea - Massawa - Underground Water Cistern at Taulud Date: circa 1910s

Picture No. 10872032
Massawa - Old town with local residents Date:

The Italpan Occupation Of Massowah, Red Sea, View Of The Town

The Italian Occupation of Massowah, Red Sea, Hoisting the Italian Flag

Eritrea Massawa
Massawa is situated on an island in the Red Sea

A turtle shell lies on a rusting jetty leading to Green Island, Massawa, Red Sea, Eritrea, Africa

The coastal town of Massawa on the Red Sea, Eritrea, Africa

The port town of Massawa on the Red Sea, Eritrea, Africa

The causeway leading to Massawa Island, Massawa, Eritrea, Africa

Children play in an ocean pool, Massawa, Red Sea, Eritrea, Africa

Daily life in the coastal town of Massawa, Eritrea, Africa

Ottoman architecture visible in the coastal town of Massawa, Eritrea, Africa

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Massawa, a captivating coastal town in East Africa's Eritrea, holds within its ancient walls a rich tapestry of history and culture. As I stroll through its streets, I am transported back to the days when this enchanting place was under Italian colonial rule. The old road from Asmara to Massawa, built by the Italians during their reign, whispers tales of ambition and engineering prowess. It served as a lifeline connecting these two remarkable cities that spanned vast distances across the African landscape. Gazing upon the Governors Palace, an architectural gem nestled in Massawa's heart, I am reminded of the power dynamics that once shaped this region. Ottoman influences can still be seen in the intricate designs adorning buildings throughout this coastal town. Daily life unfolds before my eyes as locals go about their routines amidst this historical backdrop. The hustle and bustle of markets filled with vibrant colors and exotic aromas create an atmosphere unique to Massawa, and is here where tradition meets modernity seamlessly. Looking at photographs from 1895, I am struck by how much has changed yet remained unchanged over time. The old road stands strong as a testament to human resilience and determination while offering breathtaking views of valleys stretching out into infinity. A historical map published in 1897 reveals the strategic importance within Eritrea's landscape. Its position on the Red Sea made it a crucial hub for trade and communication between nations far beyond its shores. Abdel Kader radio station serves as a reminder of technological advancements that have brought us closer together despite our geographical boundaries. This beacon of connectivity symbolizes progress while honoring Massawa's past. Italian soldiers standing proudly in formation evoke memories of conflicts fought on these very grounds—a poignant reminder that peace often comes at great cost but should never be taken for granted.