Nazaire Collection

Plain of Notre Dame de Lorette from Souchez, WW1
Ablain St. Nazaire - plain of Notre Dame de Lorette from Souchez. By Captain Edward Handley-Read, RBA (1869-1935), Machine Gun Corps

The French Liner Normandie, February 1935
Photograph of the liner Normandie at St. Nazaire, February 1935. Launched in 1932, it took three years to fit her out. When she made her maiden voyage to New York in June 1935

Beziers (Herault, Languedoc) general view, Saint Nazaire church and bridge over the Orb
PCT4269952 Beziers (Herault, Languedoc) general view, Saint Nazaire church and bridge over the Orb. From a drawing by Baron Taylor

France, Languedoc-Roussillon, Aude (11), Carcassonne: The belfry of the Saint-Nazaire Basilica after restoration, 1880
LUX4705184 France, Languedoc-Roussillon, Aude (11), Carcassonne: The belfry of the Saint-Nazaire Basilica after restoration, 1880; (add.info.: France, Languedoc-Roussillon, Aude (11)

view of the beach of Saint Brevin les Pins (Saint-Brevin-les-Pins) with children and bathers
ELD4950557 view of the beach of Saint Brevin les Pins (Saint-Brevin-les-Pins) with children and bathers, in the background the city of Saint Nazaire (Saint-Nazaire)

France, Pays de la Loire, Loire Atlantique (44), Saint-Nazaire: Two fishermen return to the port of Saint-Nazaire by
LUX4811335 France, Pays de la Loire, Loire Atlantique (44), Saint-Nazaire: Two fishermen return to the port of Saint-Nazaire by train, 1900; (add.info.: France, Pays de la Loire)

France, Languedoc-Roussillon, Herault (34), Saint-Nazaire d'Aude: general view through a field of olive trees, 1900
LUX4763098 France, Languedoc-Roussillon, Herault (34), Saint-Nazaire d'Aude: general view through a field of olive trees, 1900; (add.info.: France, Languedoc-Roussillon, Herault (34)

Women's costume of Saint Nazaire, Loire-Inferieure (colour litho)
8677246 Women's costume of Saint Nazaire, Loire-Inferieure (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women's costume of Saint Nazaire, Loire-Inferieure)

France, Pays de la Loire, Loire-Atlantique (44), Saint-Nazaire: A sailor's family poses in front of a peniche
LUX4755547 France, Pays de la Loire, Loire-Atlantique (44), Saint-Nazaire: A sailor's family poses in front of a peniche and a steamboat, 1880 - Compagnie generale transatlantique

Representation of Saint Nazaire of Milan and Saint Celsus (1st century) (Saints Nazarius and Celsus)
ELD4917268 Representation of Saint Nazaire of Milan and Saint Celsus (1st century) (Saints Nazarius and Celsus, Nazaro and celso of Milan)

France, Pays de la Loire, Loire-Atlantique (44), Saint-Nazaire: The exit from the port, with, in the foreground
LUX4767397 France, Pays de la Loire, Loire-Atlantique (44), Saint-Nazaire: The exit from the port, with, in the foreground, a young woman

France, Pays de la Loire, Loire-Atlantique (44), Saint-Nazaire: The exit from the port, with, in the foreground
LUX4767385 France, Pays de la Loire, Loire-Atlantique (44), Saint-Nazaire: The exit from the port, with, in the foreground, a young woman, 1900; (add.info.: France, Pays de la Loire)

France, Pays de la Loire, Loire-Atlantique (44), Saint Nazaire: A sailboat on the pier of the port of Saint Nazaire
LUX4818301 France, Pays de la Loire, Loire-Atlantique (44), Saint Nazaire: A sailboat on the pier of the port of Saint Nazaire, 1860; (add.info.: France, Pays de la Loire, Loire-Atlantique (44)

View of the beach of Saint Marc sur mer (saint-marc-sur-mer) near Saint Nazaire circa 1910, loire-atlantiques Postcard
ELD4936499 View of the beach of Saint Marc sur mer (saint-marc-sur-mer) near Saint Nazaire circa 1910, loire-atlantiques Postcard; (add.info)

France, Pays de la Loire, Loire-Atlantique (44), Saint-Nazaire: submarine le surcouf with its crew of 140 men goes on a
LUX4789425 France, Pays de la Loire, Loire-Atlantique (44), Saint-Nazaire: submarine le surcouf with its crew of 140 men goes on a cruise and passes through the channel

France, Pays de la Loire, Loire-Atlantique (44), Saint-Nazaire (Saint Nazaire)
LUX4789404 France, Pays de la Loire, Loire-Atlantique (44), Saint-Nazaire (Saint Nazaire): submarine le surcouf with its crew of 140 men at the edge of the dock in a hatch

Basilica of Saint Nazaire (Saint Nazaire) in 1860 (b/w photo)
PCT4264919 Basilica of Saint Nazaire (Saint Nazaire) in 1860 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Basilica of Saint Nazaire (Saint Nazaire) in 1860

Post steamer in Mediterranean c. 1860, engraving. The same type of boat made the transatlantic link between
1744188 Post steamer in Mediterranean c. 1860, engraving. The same type of boat made the transatlantic link between Saint-Nazaire and America from 1840; (add.info.: Post steamer in Mediterranean c)

American troops arriving in Saint-Nazaire (France) beginning of 1918, photo NARA
1755519 American troops arriving in Saint-Nazaire (France) beginning of 1918, photo NARA; (add.info.: Troupes americaines arrivant a Saint Nazaire debut 1918)

France, Pays de la Loire, Loire-Atlantique (44), Saint-Nazaire (Saint Nazaire)
LUX4789400 France, Pays de la Loire, Loire-Atlantique (44), Saint-Nazaire (Saint Nazaire): submarine le surcouf with its crew of 140 men at the edge of the dock in a hatch

Maiden Voyage of the SS Normandie from Le Havre, 29 May, 1935 (colour lithograph)
488568 Maiden Voyage of the SS Normandie from Le Havre, 29 May, 1935 (colour lithograph) by Sebille, Albert (1874-1953); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Averoldi Polyptych, 1522 (fresco)
3598739 The Averoldi Polyptych, 1522 (fresco) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: by Titian Chiesa dei Santi Nazzaro e Celso, Brescia)

Medievale Cite de Carcassonne (Aude, Languedoc, Pays Cathare) - Tours Saint Martin (Saint Martin)
PCT4279437 Medievale Cite de Carcassonne (Aude, Languedoc, Pays Cathare) - Tours Saint Martin (Saint Martin) and Saint Nazaire (Saint Nazaire)

WW1 - Sucrerie cemetery - Ablain-Saint-Nazaire
WW1 - British Sucrerie cemetery - Ablain-Saint-Nazaire, 13km north of Arras, France. The cemetery is named after a sugar factory, which was destroyed in the War and has been replaced by a farm

Europe, France, Occitanie. Saint Nazaire church and the old bridge in the fortified town of Beziers on a bluff above the River Orb

Medieval architecture: view of the transept of the church (then basilica) Saint Nazaire (Saint Nazaire)
XEE4137069 Medieval architecture: view of the transept of the church (then basilica) Saint Nazaire (Saint Nazaire). Cite de Carcassonne, Aude (11), Languedoc Roussillon (Languedoc-Roussillon)

Saint-Nazaire, Dolmen entoure d un square (colour photo)
2803745 Saint-Nazaire, Dolmen entoure d un square (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint-Nazaire, Dolmen entoure d un square)

Battle of Quiberon Bay (Bataille des Cardineaux), near Saint Nazaire, France, a naval battle fought between the British and the French on 20 November 1759, during the Seven Years War (1756-1763)

Carcassonne Cite, Cotes Tour Saint-Nazaire (avant restauration complete) (colour photo)
2804254 Carcassonne Cite, Cotes Tour Saint-Nazaire (avant restauration complete) (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carcassonne Cite)

Beziers, Vieux Pont et Eglise Saint-Nazaire (ancienne Cathedrale) (colour photo)
2804234 Beziers, Vieux Pont et Eglise Saint-Nazaire (ancienne Cathedrale) (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beziers)

Saint-Nazaire En Royans (colour photo)
2817573 Saint-Nazaire En Royans (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint-Nazaire En Royans)

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Flying Fortresses attack a submarine base at Saint-Nazaire. 28th June 1943

William Heath Robinson interrogated in France, WW1
An autobiographical sketch by William Heath Robinson, published in his memoirs, My Line of Life, illustrating an incident at St. Nazaire when he visited the American Army in France

White buildings at Ablain St Nazaire
White buildings at Ablain St. Nazaire. Jean-Jacques Berne-Bellecour (1874-1939)

France St Nazaire
Rough seas at the entrance to the harbour. Date: 1835

WORLD WAR I: CEREMONY. French army ceremony, awarding the Medaille Militaire to Adjutant Dambrine, who was severely wounded in battle at Alblain St. Nazaire, France. Stereograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: FRANCE, c1917. American troops arriving at Saint Nazaire, France, during World War I. Photograph, c1917

St Nazaire Harbour
Harbour scene in the French port - huge cranes, and a steamer in the dry dock. Date: 1934

Saint Nazaire, France - the North Quay
New entrance to Saint Nazaire, France - the North Quay

Port of Saint-Nazaire, France
A corner of the Port of Saint-Nazaire, France

Propellors for the Normandie, February 1935
Photograph of three propellors built at Deptford, London, for the French liner Normandie. Each of these propellors were 16ft in diameter, made of Turbiston bronze and weighed 23 tons

The French Liner Normandie in dock at St. Nazaire
Photograph of the luxury liner Normandie in dock at St. Nazaire, shortly before she put to sea for the first time, in May 1935

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"Discover the Rich History and Beauty of Nazaire" Step into the past with a glimpse of the Plain of Notre Dame de Lorette from Souchez during World War 1, where echoes of bravery and sacrifice still linger. Transport yourself to a stormy day on May 22nd, 1941, as rain, sleet, and snow curtain Bismarck's presence in an evocative oil painting that captures both power and vulnerability. Journey to Occitanie in France and marvel at Saint Nazaire church standing proudly alongside the old bridge in this fortified town. The medieval architecture transports you back in time while offering breathtaking views that will leave you enchanted. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the French Liner Normandie captured beautifully in February 1935 – a testament to human engineering prowess and elegance. Witness history come alive through captivating photography around 1910 showcasing the transept view of Saint Nazaire basilica within Cite de Carcassonne. Marvel at its intricate details that have stood strong for centuries. Pay homage to fallen heroes at Sucrerie cemetery - Ablain-Saint-Nazaire – a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during World War I. Let us remember their courage and honor their memory. Delve into wartime intrigue as William Heath Robinson is interrogated amidst the backdrop of France during World War I. Feel his tension as he navigates uncertain times with resilience. Return once again to Occitanie's fortified town where Saint Nazaire church stands tall against time, bridging past and present seamlessly. Its charm is undeniable; it beckons visitors from all corners of the world. Uncover ancient mysteries surrounding Dolmen entoure d'un square near Saint-Nazaire through vivid color photography that brings this historical site to life before your eyes. Relive naval battles etched into history like Battle Quiberon Bay near Saint Nazaire – a testament to the strategic importance of this region and its enduring legacy.