Tigris River Collection (#2)

Air route Baghdad Amman desert Tigris River Groves
Air route to Baghdad via Amman and the desert. Tigris River. Groves of countless palm trees fringing the rivers banks. 1932, Iraq

Mosul Approaching city south Tigris river right
Mosul. Approaching city from the south; Tigris river on the right. 1932, Iraq, Mosul

Mosul Sennacherib castle Ruined remains west bank
Mosul. Sennacheribs castle. Ruined remains on the west bank of the Tigris river. 1932, Iraq, Mosul

Mosul Looking S. E Tigris river distance 1932
Mosul. Looking S.E. showing Tigris river in the distance. 1932, Iraq, Mosul

Air route Baghdad Amman desert Tigris River bend
Air route to Baghdad via Amman and the desert. Tigris River. A bend of the river with palm groves on either side. 1932, Iraq

Air route Baghdad Amman desert Tigris River Qata a bridge
Air route to Baghdad via Amman and the desert. Tigris River. The Qata a bridge in Baghdad. 1932, Iraq, Baghdad

GMDE2A-00033
Bridge over the Tigris River at Baghdad, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Mosul bridge, Mesopotamia, WWI, 1918
Mosul bridge over the Tigris, Mesopotamia, WWI, 1918. Mesopotamia, formerly part of the Turkish Ottoman empire, was under British military control from October 1918

River boat on the Tigris, Mosul, Mesopotamia, 1918. Mesopotamia, formerly part of the Turkish Ottoman empire, was under British military control from October 1918

Tigris River, Samarra, Mesopotamia, 1918. Mesopotamia, formerly part of the Turkish Ottoman empire, was under British military control from October 1918. The new nation of Iraq came into being in 1921

Lower pontoon bridge, Baghdad, Mesopotamia, WWI, 1918
Lower pontoon bridge over the Tigris, Baghdad, Mesopotamia, WWI, 1918. Mesopotamia, formerly part of the Turkish Ottoman empire, was under British military control from October 1918

The Tigris River from the 31st British general hospital, Baghdad, Mesopotamia, WWI, 1918
Right bank of the Tigris River, from the 31st British general hospital, Baghdad, Mesopotamia, WWI, 1918. Mesopotamia, formerly part of the Turkish Ottoman empire

River craft laden with melons, Tigris River, Baghdad, Iraq, 1917-1919

Tigris River, Baghdad, Iraq, 1917-1919

Waiting for the troop barges to arrive, Tigris River, Baghdad, Iraq, 1917-1919

Women water carriers, Tigris River, Baghdad, Iraq, 1917-1919

River craft laden with melons, Tigris River, 1917-1919

A bridge over the river Tigris, Diyarbakir, Turkey, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVII, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Right bank of the Tigris River and Samarra, Mesopotamia, 1918. Mesopotamia, formerly part of the Turkish Ottoman empire, was under British military control from October 1918

British troops unloading dates on the shore of the Tigris river, 1918. The two decker barge used to move British troops up the Tigris from Amarah to Baghdad hit a merchant ship

Crossing the Tigris river on inflated goat skins, 1918

Two decker barge used to move British troops up the Tigris from Amarah to Baghdad, 1918

Women collecting water at on the Tigris River, Baghdad, Iraq, 1917-1919

Oliva (gastropod)
Antique illustration of a Oliva (gastropod)

Ruweiha Roman Temple Tomb

Ms Suppl Persan 1113 f. 180-181 Mongols under the leadership of Hulagu Khan storming
XIR287235 Ms Suppl Persan 1113 f.180-181 Mongols under the leadership of Hulagu Khan storming and capturing Baghdad in 1258, from the Jami al-Tawarikh by Rashid al-Din

Hasankeyf, slated for flooding under the Tigris River Ilisu Dam project, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Hasankeyf on the Tigris River, Batman, Turkey

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The Tigris River, flowing through the heart of Ancient Mesopotamia, holds a rich history that spans centuries. From the GMDE2A-00032 map depicting Baghdad in the Days of Mansur to Edmund Sandars' Middle East Ancient Map showcasing the Garden of Eden in 1675, this river has witnessed countless civilizations rise and fall. As seen on the Physical Map of the Ottoman Empire from c1915 and Emery Walker Ltd's depiction of The Omayyad Caliphate v. Byzantine Empire circa 748 A. D. , it is evident that the Tigris played a crucial role in shaping political boundaries and conflicts throughout time. Turkey's Eastern region boasts Hasankeyf, where one can witness breathtaking views of the Tigris River from Kale Fortress. This picturesque spot serves as a reminder of nature's beauty intertwined with historical significance. James Grant's view of Bagdad from c1891 takes us back to an era when this vibrant city thrived along its banks. Meanwhile, English translations like Les Six Voyages de J. B provide detailed plans showcasing Baghdad's layout during different periods. One cannot forget pivotal moments such as the Siege of Baghdad depicted in folios dispersed copies like Zafarnama. . 839 A. H. /A. D. , which remind us how wars have shaped destinies along these waters. Finally, The Hour of Fate on the Tigris captured by unknown artists in 1916 encapsulates both mystery and resilience that emanates from this mighty river even during times marked by uncertainty. Whether you explore ancient maps or gaze upon modern photographs capturing its essence today, there is no denying that the Tigris River remains an enduring symbol connecting past civilizations with present aspirations.