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Alexandria Bombarded
Alexandria bombarded When Arabi Pasha rebels against the benevolent British rule, the English fleet under Beresford bombard the town for 10 hours before occupying it
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Alexandria Arabi Benevolent Beresford Bombard Bombarded Hours Occupying Pasha Rebels Rule
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Alexandria Bombarded Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an evocative image of history in motion. This captivating print, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library at Mary Evans Prints Online, vividly depicts the pivotal moment when the English fleet under Beresford bombarded Alexandria during Arabi Pasha's rebellion against British rule. Witness the raw power and intensity of the scene as it unfolds on the canvas, bringing history to life in your home or office. The high-quality canvas material enhances the visual impact, ensuring a stunning, gallery-worthy display. Experience the thrill of history with this extraordinary Alexandria Bombarded Canvas Print.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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.
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Alexandria Bombarded: A Historical Moment of Conflict between Arabi Pasha's Rebels and the British Rule (circa 1908) This evocative image captures the intense moment of Alexandria's bombardment by the English fleet under Admiral Beresford. The photograph, taken during the early 20th century, documents a significant historical event that unfolded when Arabi Pasha, the Egyptian nationalist leader, rebelled against the perceived benevolent British rule. The rebellion, which began in 1882, gained momentum as Arabi Pasha sought to establish Egyptian independence. In response, the British government dispatched a powerful fleet to Egypt, led by Admiral Sir Beauchamp Seymour Beresford. The fleet, anchored off Alexandria's shores, bombarded the town for ten consecutive hours, causing extensive damage to the city's infrastructure and civilian population. The bombardment marked a turning point in the conflict, paving the way for the British occupation of Egypt. The eventual defeat of Arabi Pasha's forces led to the establishment of a British protectorate over Egypt, which lasted until 1952. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the complex historical relationship between Egypt and the British Empire. It serves as a visual testament to the political tensions and military conflicts that characterized the late 19th and early 20th centuries in Africa. The image's haunting beauty underscores the human cost of political upheaval and the enduring impact of colonialism on the region.
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