Canvas Print : Guns and bombardment damage, Alexandria, Egypt, 1882
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Guns and bombardment damage, Alexandria, Egypt, 1882
Guns and bombardment damage, Alexandria, Egypt, 1882. Date: 1882
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Media ID 14355166
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
1882 Alexandria Bombardment Damage Guns
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Experience history come to life with our stunning Canvas Print of "Guns and bombardment damage, Alexandria, Egypt, 1882" from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the aftermath of the bombardment of Alexandria in 1882. Witness the raw power and intensity of the guns and the devastating damage they inflicted on this ancient city. Our high-quality Canvas Prints bring out the intricate details and vibrant colors of this Rights Managed photograph, making it a beautiful and thought-provoking addition to any home or office space. Relive history with this unique and captivating piece.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 haunting image captures the aftermath of the bombardment of Alexandria, Egypt, in 1882. The tranquil waters of the Mediterranean Sea are disrupted by the chaos and destruction that unfolded on this fateful day. In the foreground, the muzzle of a large cannon is visible, its barrel smoking from recent use. The once grand buildings of Alexandria's waterfront are reduced to rubble, their facades shattered and broken. Smoke rises from the ruins, a testament to the intense firepower that was unleashed upon this historic city. The bombardment of Alexandria was a pivotal moment in the history of Egypt, marking the end of the rule of Khedive Ismail and the beginning of British occupation. The event took place on July 11, 1882, when a mob attacked and killed several British soldiers, prompting a British response led by General Sir Garnet Wolseley. The bombardment lasted for several hours, leaving the city in ruins and claiming the lives of thousands of Egyptian civilians. This photograph, taken in the aftermath of the bombardment, offers a poignant reminder of the devastating consequences of war. The image is a powerful testament to the destructive power of military technology and the human cost of conflict. It also serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural significance of Alexandria, a city that has endured countless challenges throughout its long and storied past.
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