Port Said Collection (page 2)

HMS "Victorious"stranded at Port Said on her Way to China (b / w photo)
1615224 HMS " Victorious" stranded at Port Said on her Way to China (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Port Tewfic, entrance to the Suez Canal, c. 1900 (colour photochrom)
5322733 Port Tewfic, entrance to the Suez Canal, c.1900 (colour photochrom); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suez Canal which connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea through the Isthmus of Suez)

Travelling in Egypt (chromolitho)
973975 Travelling in Egypt (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Travelling in Egypt)

Life on Board an Indian Troopship (engraving)
1044517 Life on Board an Indian Troopship (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life on Board an Indian Troopship)

The War in Egypt, placing a Gatling Gun in Fort Royal, Port Said, to Command the Approach from the Arab Town (engraving)
1061091 The War in Egypt, placing a Gatling Gun in Fort Royal, Port Said, to Command the Approach from the Arab Town (engraving) by English School

The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal, Breakwater at Port Said, and Mediterranean Entrance to the Canal (engraving)
1103874 The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal, Breakwater at Port Said, and Mediterranean Entrance to the Canal (engraving) by English School

Opening of the Suez Canal, Blessing the Canal at Port Said, in Presence of the Imperial and Royal Visitors (engraving)
1104430 Opening of the Suez Canal, Blessing the Canal at Port Said, in Presence of the Imperial and Royal Visitors (engraving) by English School

Canal de Suez. La Tribune des Souverains, 1869. Creator: Riou, Edouard (1833-1900)
Canal de Suez. La Tribune des Souverains, 1869. Found in the Collection of Musee national du chateau de Compiegne

Inauguration Ceremony of the Suez Canal at Port-Said, 17 November, 1869, 1869. Creator: Riou
Inauguration Ceremony of the Suez Canal at Port-Said, 17 November, 1869, 1869. Found in the Collection of Musee national du chateau de Compiegne

Map To Illustrate The Campaign in Palestine, 1919. Creator: London Geographical Institute
Map To Illustrate The Campaign in Palestine, 1919. Map of the Eastern Mediterrean and the Middle East, showing Cyprus, Port Said in Egypt, parts of Turkey and what are now Syria, the Lebanon

Ships on the Suez Canal, Kantara, Egypt, 1895. Creator: W &s Ltd
Ships on the Suez Canal, Kantara, Egypt, 1895. The Suez Canal, designed by French engineer Ferdinand de Lesseps, opened on 17 November 1869

The entrance to the Suez Canal at Port Said, Egypt, 1895. Creator: Unknown
The entrance to the Suez Canal at Port Said, Egypt, 1895. The city, on the coast of the Mediterranean, was established in 1859 during the construction of the canal

Opening of the Suez Canal, 1869, (c1871). Creator: Martin
Opening of the Suez Canal, 1869, (c1871). The Suez Canal in Egypt, designed by French engineer Ferdinand de Lesseps, opened on 17 November 1869

Kantara - The Suez Canal, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Kantara - The Suez Canal, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Port-Said - Entrance of the Canal, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Port-Said - Entrance of the Canal, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Port-Said - Panoramic view of the Quay, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Port-Said - Panoramic view of the Quay, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Kantara - British Ship passing the Suez Canal, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Kantara - British Ship passing the Suez Canal, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Port-Said - General view and Statue of Lesseps, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Port-Said - General view and Statue of Lesseps, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Kantara - Camels passing the Suez Canal, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Kantara - Camels passing the Suez Canal, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Port-Said - The Plan of the Canal, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Port-Said - The Plan of the Canal, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Port-Said - Queen Victorias Statue and the Office Suez Canal Co. c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Port-Said. - Lesseps Street. - LL. c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Port-Said. - Lesseps Street. - LL. c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Port Said. - Statue of Ferdinand de Lesseps, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Port Said. - Statue of Ferdinand de Lesseps, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Port Said. - Lesseps Statue and entrance to the Suez Canal - LL. c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Port Said. - Lesseps Statue and entrance to the Suez Canal - LL. c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Port Said - Kantara village, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Port Said - Kantara village, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

View of the Port Tewfiek, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
View of the Port Tewfiek, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Port Said. - The entrance to the canal and Offices to the Company, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Port-Said. - General view harbour. - LL. c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Port-Said. - General view harbour. - LL. c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Food for the Troops: Landing Cattle at Port Said, c1882. Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Opening of the Suez Canal, Egypt, 1869. Arrival of Eugenie, Empress of the French, on board the Aigle, at Port Said. The British squadron are firing their guns in salute

Offices of the Suez Canal Company, Port Said, Egypt, 20th century. Artist: Isaac Behar
Offices of the Suez Canal Company, Port Said, Egypt, 20th century

The French Post Office, Port Said, Egypt, 20th century. Artist: Isaac Behar
The French Post Office, Port Said, Egypt, 20th century

Steamer coaling, Port Said, Egypt, 20th century. Port Said is a fuelling station for ships passing through the Suez Canal

The illuminations of Port Said during the opening of the Suez Canal, Egypt, 1869. From a supplement to The Illustrated London News (11 December 1869)

Phare de Port-Said, c1900
Phare de Port-Said. c1900. The lighthouse of Port Said, Egypt, was built in 1869 during the reign of Ismail Pasha (1863-1879) to plans by the French architect Francois Coignet (1814-1888)

Port-Said. Rue de l Eastern Exchange, c1900. Rue de l Eastern Exchange, Port Said, Egypt

Port-Said. Rue de la Gare, c1900. Port Said, Egypt

Port-Said. Vue du Phare avec le Casino, c1900. A view of the Lighthouse and Casino, Port Said, Egypt. [Isaac Behar, Port-Said, c1900]

Statue of Ferdinand de Lesseps, Port Said, Egypt, c1920s-c1930s(?). A French diplomat and entrepreneur, de Lesseps (1805-1894)

The Opening of the Suez Canal, Port Said, Egypt, 17 November 1869. The opening of the canal which was designed by French engineer Ferdinand de Lesseps

The inauguration of the Suez Canal, 17 November 1869, (1900). Artist: Edouard Riou
The inauguration of the Suez Canal, 17 November 1869, (1900). Crowds watch the first ships to travel through the canal which was designed by French engineer Ferdinand de Lesseps

The Suez Canal, 1864. Artist: Rieger, Alberto (1834-1904)
The Suez Canal, 1864. Found in the collection of the Museo Rivoltella, Trieste

Port Said Canal Zone Air view looking northward
Port Said & Canal Zone. Port Said. Air view, looking northward to the sea. 1934, Egypt, Port Said

Egyptian views Port Said harbor entrance Suez Canal
Egyptian views. Port Said. Port Said harbor and entrance of Suez Canal 1900, Egypt, Port Said

Egyptian views Port Said Statue de Lesseps entrance
Egyptian views. Port Said. Statue of de Lesseps at entrance to Suez Canal 1900, Egypt, Port Said

Egyptian views Port Said Natives coaling steamer
Egyptian views Port Said. Natives coaling a steamer at Port Said 1900, Egypt, Port Said

Egyptian views Port Said Arrival steamer 1900
Egyptian views Port Said. Arrival of steamer at Port Said 1900, Egypt, Port Said

Egyptian views Port Said Administration building
Egyptian views Port Said. Administration building of the Suez Canal Company 1900, Egypt, Port Said

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"Port Said: A Historic Gateway to Egypt's Rich Past" Step into the captivating world of Port Said, a city steeped in history and brimming with fascinating tales. From the valiant Port Said Paratroopers to the intricate maps illustrating campaigns in Egypt from 1915 to 1916, this vibrant city has witnessed it all. Nestled along the Suez Canal, it has long been a vital hub for maritime trade. Imagine ships gracefully entering the Red Sea near Port Tewfic as captured in a mesmerizing color photochrom dating back to 1900. The black and white photographs of yesteryears transport us to an era when life unfolded at a different pace. The enchanting allure is not limited to its strategic location alone. It was here that Christmas-Day Entertainment brought joy and respite to troops stationed amidst turmoil, as depicted in an evocative engraving. Even royalty graced these shores, with The Prince of Wales bidding farewell on his journey from Port Said to Cairo aboard the majestic Royal Yacht Osborne. Diverse cultures converged upon this cosmopolitan city, exemplified by Our Indian Contingent who left their mark during significant events such as the opening of the Suez Canal. Witnessing grand illuminations at this momentous occasion must have been truly awe-inspiring. A symbol synonymous with Port Said is its iconic lighthouse standing tall since 1875 - guiding ships through treacherous waters while serving as a beacon of hope for weary travelers. This architectural marvel stands witness to countless stories etched within its walls. As you explore further, immerse yourself in stunning landscapes showcased in maps spanning across time - revealing both military campaigns and geographical wonders like Egypt and Sinai Peninsula circa 1917. Port Said beckons you with open arms; come discover its rich tapestry woven through centuries past. Let your imagination soar amidst echoes of history that resonate throughout this captivating city.