Jigsaw Puzzle : Suez Canal Opens
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Suez Canal Opens
The Canal is blessed, in the presence of the royal visitors
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1869 Blessed Canal Canals Opening Opens Presence Suez Visitors
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Discover the rich history of the Suez Canal's grand opening with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the iconic "Suez Canal Opens" image by Mary Evans Picture Library. This intricately detailed puzzle showcases the historic moment as the royal visitors bless the canal, marking the beginning of a new era in maritime transportation. Engage in a rewarding puzzle experience, connect the pieces, and bring this piece of history to life in your home.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 28cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This historic photograph captures the momentous occasion of the Suez Canal's inauguration on November 17, 1869. The Suez Canal, a marvel of engineering and transportation, had been a decade in the making and was set to revolutionize maritime travel between Europe and Asia. In the foreground of the image, we see the canal's construction foreman, Ferdinand de Lesseps, standing proudly with his hands behind his back, gazing out at the waterway that he had brought to life. Surrounding him are a group of distinguished royal visitors, including Emperor Frederick III of Germany, King Leopold II of Belgium, and King Theodore II of Greece. The dignitaries, dressed in their finest attire, are shown in a reverent and respectful posture, as if paying homage to the engineering feat before them. The waters of the canal are calm and tranquil, reflecting the clear blue sky above. A traditional Egyptian sailing boat, adorned with colorful sails and ornate decorations, glides smoothly through the canal, adding a sense of tradition and cultural significance to the scene. The caption "The Suez Canal Opens (The Canal is blessed, in the presence of the royal visitors)" speaks to the sense of awe and reverence that surrounded the canal's opening. The event was not only a triumph of human engineering, but also a symbol of international cooperation and diplomacy. The Suez Canal would go on to play a pivotal role in world history, enabling the rapid movement of goods, ideas, and people between continents. This photograph captures a moment in time when history was made, and the world became a little smaller.
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