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Balkans Collection (#6)

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Background imageBalkans Collection: Le Terrain de l'offensive; Le massif du Sokoi et, a droite, la crete du massif du Dobropolje

Le Terrain de l'offensive; Le massif du Sokoi et, a droite, la crete du massif du Dobropolje, 1918 Creator: Unknown
Le Terrain de l'offensive; Le massif du Sokoi et, a droite, la crete du massif du Dobropolje, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Background imageBalkans Collection: Carpathes-Roumanie-Balkans; supplement a L'Illustration du 9 december 1916, 1916. Creator: Unknown

Carpathes-Roumanie-Balkans; supplement a L'Illustration du 9 december 1916, 1916. Creator: Unknown
Carpathes-Roumanie-Balkans; supplement a L'Illustration du 9 december 1916, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

Background imageBalkans Collection: A Salonique; Le meme jour, a la suite de cet acte d'hostilite, le general Sarrail

A Salonique; Le meme jour, a la suite de cet acte d'hostilite, le general Sarrail... 1916 (1924) Creator: Unknown
A Salonique; Le meme jour, a la suite de cet acte d'hostilite, le general Sarrail faisait proceder a l'arrestation des consuls a Salonique, 1915

Background imageBalkans Collection: A Salonique; Apres sa difficile retraite de Serbie, rentre a sa base de Salonique

A Salonique; Apres sa difficile retraite de Serbie, rentre a sa base de Salonique... 1915 (1924) Creator: Unknown
A Salonique; Apres sa difficile retraite de Serbie, rentre a sa base de Salonique, notre corps expeditionnaire ne tardait pas a y subir des attaques aeriennes favorisees par de nombreuses complicites

Background imageBalkans Collection: En Roumanie Liberee; une mitrailleuse enlevee par des ecoliers roumains aux Allemands... 1918

En Roumanie Liberee; une mitrailleuse enlevee par des ecoliers roumains aux Allemands... 1918. Creator: Unknown
En Roumanie Liberee; une mitrailleuse enlevee par des ecoliers roumains aux Allemands forces d'evacuer la ville, 1918

Background imageBalkans Collection: La Serbie Douloureuse; L'exode devant l'invasion autrichienne, 1914. Creator: Unknown

La Serbie Douloureuse; L'exode devant l'invasion autrichienne, 1914. Creator: Unknown
La Serbie Douloureuse; L'exode devant l'invasion autrichienne, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]

Background imageBalkans Collection: La Serbie Douloureuse, 1914. Creator: Unknown

La Serbie Douloureuse, 1914. Creator: Unknown
La Serbie Douloureuse, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]

Background imageBalkans Collection: L'Ultimatum a la Serbie; Le President du conseil des ministres de Serbie, M Pachitch, 1914

L'Ultimatum a la Serbie; Le President du conseil des ministres de Serbie, M Pachitch, 1914. Creator: Unknown
L'Ultimatum a la Serbie; Le President du conseil des ministres de Serbie, M Pachitch, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume I" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Background imageBalkans Collection: L'exemple du souverain; Le roi Pierre 1er observe les peripeties de la bataille, Dec 1914

L'exemple du souverain; Le roi Pierre 1er observe les peripeties de la bataille, Dec 1914
L'exemple du souverain; Le roi Pierre 1er observe d'une hauteur les peripeties de la bataille, Decembre 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I"

Background imageBalkans Collection: L'Ultimatum a la Serbie; Pierre I, Roi de Serbie, 1914. Creator: Unknown

L'Ultimatum a la Serbie; Pierre I, Roi de Serbie, 1914. Creator: Unknown
L'Ultimatum a la Serbie; Pierre I, Roi de Serbie, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume I" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Background imageBalkans Collection: La Serbie Courageuse; Traversant le col de Goutchevo, l'armee serbe monte a l'offensive

La Serbie Courageuse; Traversant le col de Goutchevo, l'armee serbe monte a l'offensive, 1914 Creator: Unknown
La Serbie Courageuse; Traversant le col de Goutchevo, l'armee serbe monte a l'offensive: 2 decembre, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I"

Background imageBalkans Collection: La Serbie Courageuse; Traversant le col de Goutchevo, l'armee serbe monte a l'offensive

La Serbie Courageuse; Traversant le col de Goutchevo, l'armee serbe monte a l'offensive, 1914 Creator: Unknown
La Serbie Courageuse; Traversant le col de Goutchevo, l'armee serbe monte a l'offensive, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]

Background imageBalkans Collection: Les Vengeurs; les jeunes recrues serbes venues combler les vides de l'armee, 1914. Creator: Unknown

Les Vengeurs; les jeunes recrues serbes venues combler les vides de l'armee, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Les Vengeurs; les jeunes recrues serbes venues combler les vides de l'armee, en vue de l'offensive que vont permettre les canons et les munitions recus de France, 1914

Background imageBalkans Collection: Victoires sur le Front Oriental; Le prince royal Georges, blesse, 1914. Creator: Samson Tchernoff

Victoires sur le Front Oriental; Le prince royal Georges, blesse, 1914. Creator: Samson Tchernoff
Victoires sur le Front Oriental; Le prince royal Georges, blesse, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]

Background imageBalkans Collection: Les Premiers coups de canon; Le Voivode Putnic, 25-27 juillet, 1914. Creator:s Chernov

Les Premiers coups de canon; Le Voivode Putnic, 25-27 juillet, 1914. Creator:s Chernov
Les Premiers coups de canon; Le Voivode Putnic, 25-27 juillet, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume I" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Background imageBalkans Collection: Victoires sur le Front Oriental; L'artillerie serbe passe la Save, 1914. Creator: Unknown

Victoires sur le Front Oriental; L'artillerie serbe passe la Save, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Victoires sur le Front Oriental; L'artillerie serbe passe la Save, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]

Background imageBalkans Collection: Victoires sur le Front Oriental; A Belgrade: un bateau autrichien capture, 1914. Creator: Unknown

Victoires sur le Front Oriental; A Belgrade: un bateau autrichien capture, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Victoires sur le Front Oriental; A Belgrade: un bateau autrichien capture, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]

Background imageBalkans Collection: La Serbie Victorieuse; Le voivode Mitchich, entrant vainqueur dans son village natal

La Serbie Victorieuse; Le voivode Mitchich, entrant vainqueur dans son village natal, 1914 Creator: Unknown
La Serbie Victorieuse; Le voivode Mitchich, entrant vainqueur dans son village natal pres de Mionitza, y retrouve son frere, un paysan, 1914

Background imageBalkans Collection: L'entrée de l'armee Roumaine en Transylvanie; Les anciennes fortifications de Brasso, 1916

L'entrée de l'armee Roumaine en Transylvanie; Les anciennes fortifications de Brasso, 1916. Creator: Unknown
L'entree de l'armee Roumaine en Transylvanie; Les anciennes fortifications de Brasso et l'Eglise Noire, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

Background imageBalkans Collection: L'entrée de l'armee Roumaine en Transylvanie; Vue a vol d'oiseau de Brasso, 1 Creator: Unknown

L'entrée de l'armee Roumaine en Transylvanie; Vue a vol d'oiseau de Brasso, 1 Creator: Unknown
L'entree de l'armee Roumaine en Transylvanie; Vue a vol d'oiseau de Brasso, la premiere ville de Transylvanie que les Roumains ont occupee, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV

Background imageBalkans Collection: L'entrée de l'armee Roumaine en Transylvanie; Le general Iliescu, chef d'etat-major gen... 1916

L'entrée de l'armee Roumaine en Transylvanie; Le general Iliescu, chef d'etat-major gen... 1916
L'entree de l'armee Roumaine en Transylvanie; Le general Iliescu, chef d'etat-major general de l'armee roumaine, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV

Background imageBalkans Collection: L'entrée de l'armee Roumaine en Transylvanie, 1916 Creator: Unknown

L'entrée de l'armee Roumaine en Transylvanie, 1916 Creator: Unknown
L'entree de l'armee Roumaine en Transylvanie; La route qui franchit les Alpes de Transylvanie au Col de Tomos, au Nord de Predeal, et qui conduit a Brasso, 1916

Background imageBalkans Collection: Panorama du theatre des operations des armees alliees, 1916. Creator: Unknown

Panorama du theatre des operations des armees alliees, 1916. Creator: Unknown
Panorama du theatre des operations des armees alliees (Francais, anglais, serbes, russes et Italiens) de la frontiere d'Albanie au golfe de Cavala, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV

Background imageBalkans Collection: M Aristide Briand et M Alexandre Lahovary, ministre de Roumanie a Paris, 1916. Creator: Unknown

M Aristide Briand et M Alexandre Lahovary, ministre de Roumanie a Paris, 1916. Creator: Unknown
L'Heure de la Roumanie; M Aristide Briand (a droite) et M Alexandre Lahovary, ministre de Roumanie a Paris, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

Background imageBalkans Collection: L'Heure de la Roumanie; La frontiere roumaine des Carpathes et des Alpes de Transylvanie, 1916

L'Heure de la Roumanie; La frontiere roumaine des Carpathes et des Alpes de Transylvanie, 1916. Creator: Julietta
L'Heure de la Roumanie; La frontiere roumaine des Carpathes et des Alpes de Transylvanie, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

Background imageBalkans Collection: L'Heure de la Roumanie; M Jean Bratiano. President du Conseil des ministres de Roumanie, 1916

L'Heure de la Roumanie; M Jean Bratiano. President du Conseil des ministres de Roumanie, 1916. Creator: Julietta
L'Heure de la Roumanie; M Jean Bratiano. President du Conseil des ministres de Roumanie, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

Background imageBalkans Collection: L'Aviation Francaise sur le front Macedonien; Vue de monastir, prise d'un avion, 1916

L'Aviation Francaise sur le front Macedonien; Vue de monastir, prise d'un avion, 1916. Creator: Unknown
L'Aviation Francaise sur le front Macedonien; Vue de monastir, prise d'un avion descendutres bas pour mieux viser les objectifs militaires a detruire, 1916

Background imageBalkans Collection: L'Aviation Francaise sur le front Macedonien; un des bombardements de la ville de Petritch

L'Aviation Francaise sur le front Macedonien; un des bombardements de la ville de Petritch, 1916 Creator: Unknown
L'Aviation Francaise sur le front Macedonien; un des bombardements de la ville de Petritch: Pendant la periode de preparation sur le front d'Orient

Background imageBalkans Collection: Le soldat serbe, dans son nouvel equipement, 1916. Creator: Vladimir Betzitch

Le soldat serbe, dans son nouvel equipement, 1916. Creator: Vladimir Betzitch
Le soldat serbe, dans son nouvel equipement. Le casque porte, au lieu de notre grenade. L'aigle blanc de Serbie, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

Background imageBalkans Collection: Sarajevo, 1914. Creator: Walter Tausch

Sarajevo, 1914. Creator: Walter Tausch
Sarajevo, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume I" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Background imageBalkans Collection: A Greek Family, 1854. Creator: Unknown

A Greek Family, 1854. Creator: Unknown
A Greek Family, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: Greek Soldiers on Guard, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Greek Soldiers on Guard, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Greek Soldiers on Guard, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: Greek Light Infantry, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Greek Light Infantry, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Greek Light Infantry, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: Greek Women at a Fountain, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Greek Women at a Fountain, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Greek Women at a Fountain, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: Bulgarian Peasantry; Country Cart, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Bulgarian Peasantry; Country Cart, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Bulgarian Peasentry; Country Cart, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: Moldavian Transport Wagons, 1854 Creator: Unknown

Moldavian Transport Wagons, 1854 Creator: Unknown
Moldavian Transport Wagons, 1854 From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: Russians at Giurgevo, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Russians at Giurgevo, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Russians at Giurgevo, 1854.From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: View near Kalafat, 1854. Creator: Unknown

View near Kalafat, 1854. Creator: Unknown
View near Kalafat, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: Carrying the Wounded Russians to St George's, Bucharest, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Carrying the Wounded Russians to St George's, Bucharest, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Carrying the Wounded Russians to St George's, Bucharest, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: Georges Philipesco, Back-Boyard of Wallachia, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Georges Philipesco, Back-Boyard of Wallachia, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Georges Philipesco, Back-Boyard of Wallachia, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: View on the Banks of the Pruth, 1854. Creator: Unknown

View on the Banks of the Pruth, 1854. Creator: Unknown
View on the Banks of the Pruth, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: Bucharest, the Head-Quarters of the Russian Army in Wallachia, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Bucharest, the Head-Quarters of the Russian Army in Wallachia, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Bucharest, the Head-Quarters of the Russian Army in Wallachia, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: The Hospodar of Wallachia, 1854. Creator: Unknown

The Hospodar of Wallachia, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Hospodar of Wallachia, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: The Archbishop of Wallachia, 1854. Creator: Unknown

The Archbishop of Wallachia, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Archbishop of Wallachia, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: Street in Bucharest; Wallachia, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Street in Bucharest; Wallachia, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Street in Bucharest; Wallachia, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: Wallachian School; Wallachia, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Wallachian School; Wallachia, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Wallachian School; Wallachia, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: Wallachian seller of water-melons; Wallachia, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Wallachian seller of water-melons; Wallachia, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Wallachian seller of water-melons; Wallachia, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageBalkans Collection: Omar Pacha, Ffield Marshal, commander of Turkish troops in Danubian Principalities

Omar Pacha, Ffield Marshal, commander of Turkish troops in Danubian Principalities, 1854 Creator: Unknown
Omar Pacha; the Ottoman field-marshal and Commander-in-chief of the Turkish troops in Danubian Principalities, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853




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The Balkans: A Tapestry of History, Culture, and Beauty Step into the enchanting world of the Balkans, where history comes alive through vibrant dances, breathtaking landscapes, and architectural wonders. The region's rich heritage is beautifully captured in Ivan Mrkvicka's masterpiece "Rachenitsa Dance, " a painting that embodies the spirit of traditional Bulgarian folklore. As you wander through the National Gallery Kvadrat 500 in Sofia, immerse yourself in the captivating view of Dubrovnik's Old Town City. Its ancient walls tell tales of centuries past and offer a glimpse into Croatia's fascinating history. Delve deeper into time with the "Serio-Comic War Map For The Year 1877. " This satirical map humorously depicts geopolitical tensions during that era while shedding light on significant events that shaped the Balkan nations. Travel back even further as you explore a map showcasing the grandeur of the Macedonian and Thracian Empire. Marvel at their vast territories and imagine life within these mighty civilizations. Shifting gears to more recent triumphs, relish in Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean's iconic gold medal win for Great Britain in February 1984. Their flawless performance on ice captivated hearts worldwide during an unforgettable Winter Olympics moment. Nature lovers will find solace in Ohrid's panoramic view encompassing its shimmering lake. Macedonia offers tranquility amidst breathtaking scenery that has inspired poets throughout history. Venturing southward brings us to Albania's gem - Berat. Its old fortified city stands proudly as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, inviting visitors to stroll along its cobblestone streets steeped in medieval charm. Seek spiritual enlightenment at Montenegro's Ostrog Monastery perched dramatically against sheer cliffs. As you ascend towards its upper church, feel your soul being uplifted by both faith and awe-inspiring vistas. Uncover traces of ancient empires with a map illustrating the Dacian Empire and Roman provinces.