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The arrival of a Russian Steamship at Suez, a seaport city in north-eastern Egypt
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The arrival of a Russian Steamship at Suez, a seaport city in north-eastern Egypt
The arrival of a Russian Steamship at Suez, a seaport city in north-eastern Egypt, located on the north coast of the Gulf of Suez near the southern terminus of the Suez Canal Date: circa 1908
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Arriving Canal Channel Gulf North Eastern Riverbank Seaport Southern Steamer Steamship Suez Terminus
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This photograph captures the moment of arrival of a majestic Russian steamship at the bustling seaport city of Suez, located in north-eastern Egypt near the southern terminus of the renowned Suez Canal. Circa 1908, the Suez Canal had become a vital artery for international trade and transportation, connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean. The steamship, with its powerful smokestacks and imposing size, glides gracefully towards the riverbank, its hull reflecting the golden hues of the sun setting over the channel. The Egyptian landscape in the background is dotted with palm trees and traditional mud-brick houses, adding a picturesque touch to the scene. The arrival of the Russian steamship signifies the seamless movement of goods and people across continents, symbolizing the global connectivity that the Suez Canal had facilitated in the early 1900s. This photograph is a testament to the rich history of maritime transportation and the enduring allure of the Suez Canal.
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