Port Said Collection (page 3)

Port Said Canal Zone Air view looking northward
Port Said & Canal Zone. Port Said. Air view, looking northward to the sea. 1934, Egypt, Port Said

Egyptian views Port Said harbor entrance Suez Canal
Egyptian views. Port Said. Port Said harbor and entrance of Suez Canal 1900, Egypt, Port Said

Egyptian views Port Said Statue de Lesseps entrance
Egyptian views. Port Said. Statue of de Lesseps at entrance to Suez Canal 1900, Egypt, Port Said

Egyptian views Port Said Natives coaling steamer
Egyptian views Port Said. Natives coaling a steamer at Port Said 1900, Egypt, Port Said

Egyptian views Port Said Arrival steamer 1900
Egyptian views Port Said. Arrival of steamer at Port Said 1900, Egypt, Port Said

Egyptian views Port Said Administration building
Egyptian views Port Said. Administration building of the Suez Canal Company 1900, Egypt, Port Said

Egyptian views Port Said Landing stage 1900 Egypt
Egyptian views Port Said. Landing stage of Port Said 1900, Egypt, Port Said

Egyptian views Port Said harbour 1900 Egypt
Egyptian views Port Said. Port Said from the harbour 1900, Egypt, Port Said

Egyptian views Port Said Harbour entrance Suez Canal
Egyptian views Port Said. Port Said Harbour and entrance of Suez Canal 1900, Egypt, Port Said

Egyptian views Port Said Main street 1900 Egypt
Egyptian views Port Said. Main street of Port Said 1900, Egypt, Port Said

Egyptian views Port Said First view entering Suez
Egyptian views Port Said. First view of Port Said on entering Suez Canal 1900, Egypt, Port Said

Egyptian views Port Said Arrival Turkish transport
Egyptian views Port Said. Arrival of a Turkish transport 1900, Egypt, Port Said

Bread Sellers Hippolyte Arnoux French active 1860s
Bread Sellers; Hippolyte Arnoux (French, active 1860s - 1880s); Port Said, Egypt, Africa; 1870s; Albumen silver print

Femmes Fellahs puisant de l eau pre des pyramides
Femmes, Fellahs puisant de l eau pres des pyramides, Caire; Hippolyte Arnoux (French, active 1860s - 1880s); Port Said, Egypt, Africa; 1870s; Albumen silver print

Source Size = 2245 x 3094
BUST OF WAGHORN, Erected at Port Said, on the banks of the Suez Canal, by M. de Lesseps, 1870

Source Size = 2532 x 1895
The War in Egypt: Blue-Jackets of H.M.s. " monarch" Bathing at Port Said

Source Size = 3781 x 1683
The War in Egypt: Placing a Gatling Gun in Fort Royal, Port Said, to Command the Approach from the Arab Town

Source Size = 3746 x 2495
The War in Egypt: Arabs at Port Said Watching Blue Jackets at Company Drill on Board H.M.s. " monarch"

The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal: Breakwater at Port Said, and Mediterranean Entrance to the Canal, 1869

The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal: Plan of the Harbour of Port SaaaeD, and the Mediterranean Entrance of the Canal, 1869

Present State of the Works at Port Said, Egypt

The Suez Canal, 1864 (oil on canvas)
XAL169066 The Suez Canal, 1864 (oil on canvas) by Rieger, Albert (1834-1905); Museo Civico Rivoltello, Trieste, Italy; Austrian, out of copyright

The Voyage of the Duke and Duchess of Connaught to India on Board the P.&o. Mail Steamer " cathay", 1883: the Duke

Life on Board an Indian Troopship, 1883: 1
LIFE ON BOARD AN INDIAN TROOPSHIP, 1883: 1. Lake Timsah, Suez Canal. 2. Aden. 3. Some of the Passengers. 4. " Hooked, " But Afterwards Ale " Hooked It." 5. Malta Sponges. 6

Canal Workers
circa 1868: Construction workers who operate the dredging equipment on the Suez Canal at Port Said. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

EGYPT: PORT SAID, c1880. The French steamship Prince de Galles docking at Port Said, Egypt. Photographed c1880

EGYPT: PORT SAID, 1882. Anglo-French fleet at Port Said, Egypt. Photographed 1882

SUEZ CANAL: PORT SAID. Port Said, Egypt, the entrance to the Suez Canal. Photographed c1895

SUEZ CANAL. Overall view of the Suez Canal, from Port Said on the Red Sea (bottom), past the Great and Small Bitter Lakes, and to the Mediterranean Sea. Drawing, French, 19th century

SUEZ CANAL: PORT SAID. Boats docked at Port Said, Egypt, at the entrance to the Suez Canal. Photographed c1895

Present State of the Works at Port Said, Egypt

Egypt, Mediterranean Sea, Port Said. City views of Port Said

SUEZ CANAL: OPENING, 1869. Blessing the Canal at Port Said, in the Presence of the Imperial and Royal Visitors. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1869

SUEZ CANAL: OPENING, 1869. The French ship Aigle, carrying the French Empress Eugenie, enters the Suez Canal at Port Said, Egypt in November 1869. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

SUEZ CANAL: PORT SAID, 1869. View of Port Said on Lake Manzala, Egypt, at the entry to the Suez Canal. Wood engraving from a French newspaper of 1869

SUEZ CANAL: OPENING, 1869. The illumination at Port Said for the opening of the Suez Canal, 17 November 1869

GAFR2A-00036
Egyptian couple buying a drink from a water-seller in Port-Said, Egypt. Antique hand-colored print, 19th century

Waterfront skyline with lighthouse, Port Said, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

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"Port Said: A Historic Gateway to Egypt's Rich Past" Step into the captivating world of Port Said, a city steeped in history and brimming with fascinating tales. From the valiant Port Said Paratroopers to the intricate maps illustrating campaigns in Egypt from 1915 to 1916, this vibrant city has witnessed it all. Nestled along the Suez Canal, it has long been a vital hub for maritime trade. Imagine ships gracefully entering the Red Sea near Port Tewfic as captured in a mesmerizing color photochrom dating back to 1900. The black and white photographs of yesteryears transport us to an era when life unfolded at a different pace. The enchanting allure is not limited to its strategic location alone. It was here that Christmas-Day Entertainment brought joy and respite to troops stationed amidst turmoil, as depicted in an evocative engraving. Even royalty graced these shores, with The Prince of Wales bidding farewell on his journey from Port Said to Cairo aboard the majestic Royal Yacht Osborne. Diverse cultures converged upon this cosmopolitan city, exemplified by Our Indian Contingent who left their mark during significant events such as the opening of the Suez Canal. Witnessing grand illuminations at this momentous occasion must have been truly awe-inspiring. A symbol synonymous with Port Said is its iconic lighthouse standing tall since 1875 - guiding ships through treacherous waters while serving as a beacon of hope for weary travelers. This architectural marvel stands witness to countless stories etched within its walls. As you explore further, immerse yourself in stunning landscapes showcased in maps spanning across time - revealing both military campaigns and geographical wonders like Egypt and Sinai Peninsula circa 1917. Port Said beckons you with open arms; come discover its rich tapestry woven through centuries past. Let your imagination soar amidst echoes of history that resonate throughout this captivating city.