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Suez Canal, ship and dredging machine, c. 1900 (colour photochrom)
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Suez Canal, ship and dredging machine, c. 1900 (colour photochrom)
5322735 Suez Canal, ship and dredging machine, c.1900 (colour photochrom); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suez Canal which connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea through the Isthmus of Suez was constructed by the French Compagnie Universelle du Canal Maritime de Suez 1859-69 and officially opened in November 1869.); out of copyright
Media ID 22335352
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Canal Compagnie De Suez Crossing Dredger Nile Nile Delta River Nile Suez Suez Canal Suez Canal Company Waterway Dredging Machine
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This print showcases the Suez Canal, a remarkable feat of engineering that forever changed global trade routes. Taken around 1900, this colour photochrom offers a vivid glimpse into the construction and operation of this iconic waterway. In the foreground, a massive ship gracefully glides through the canal's calm waters, symbolizing the immense vessels that would soon pass through this strategic passage. Towering beside it is a dredging machine, an essential tool in shaping and maintaining the canal's depth and width. Its imposing presence serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination. Stretching beyond lies an expansive landscape featuring Egypt's breathtaking natural beauty. The Nile River winds its way towards the Mediterranean Sea, creating fertile lands along its banks known as the Nile Delta. This region has been at the heart of Egyptian civilization for millennia. The Suez Canal itself stands as an enduring symbol of progress and connectivity between continents. Constructed by the French Compagnie Universelle du Canal Maritime de Suez over ten years from 1859 to 1869, it opened new possibilities for maritime trade by linking Europe with Asia without having to navigate around Africa. As we gaze upon this historic image captured more than a century ago, we are reminded of humanity's ability to reshape our world and forge connections across vast distances. It serves as both a tribute to those who built this monumental waterway and an inspiration for future generations seeking to overcome obstacles in pursuit of progress.
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