Tripoli Collection (#6)

Phoenician civilization, neo-punic inscription with dedication of sanctuary to Jupiter Ammon, from Tripoli, Libya
Phoenician civilization, 1st century b.C. Neo-punic inscription with the dedication of the sanctuary to Jupiter Ammon. From Tripoli, Libya

Libya, Tripolitania, Sabrahta; At the Roman city, the remains of a marble column

Libya, Tripolitania, Tripolitania; A tower from the former Cathedral

Example of rock art found in the Southern Sahara, Libya, presently exhibited in the Museum in Tripoli

WW2 - Allied forces firing a 4. 5 inch gun near Tarhuna
Photograph of Allied forces firing a 4. 5 inch gun near Tarhuna, during the time when the Eighth Army was advancing on Tripoli, Feb 1943

West of Tripoli (Tarabulus), Lebanon
West of Tripoli (Tarabulus), city in the north of Lebanon. Date: circa 1920

Tripoli, Lebanon - Panoramic view of the Rooftops toward the Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles (Qala at Sanjil) (back left). Date: 1910

Italo-Turkish War - Landing Italian Troops at Tripoli on 11th October 1911. Date: 1911

Turco-Italian War - farewell to wives & families, by Matania
The Turco-Italian War - off to Tripoli: The last farewell to wives and families. The scene outside the Royal Naval barracks at St. Lucia, Naples

Tripoli, Lebanon - College des Carmes at Bsharri
The Carmelite College (College des Carmes) at Bsharri, Tripoli, Kadisha Valley, Lebanon. Date: circa 1910s

Tripoli, Lebanon - Double-decker Horse Tram
Tripoli, Lebanon - Superb and unusual double-decker Horse Tram - in the background one can see The Clock tower, one of the most iconic monuments in Tripoli

Richard Dale, Naval
RICHARD DALE American naval commander who joined the British navy but promptly switched to the U.S. Navy, served under Paul Jones and blockaded Tripoli. Date: 1756 - 1826

Mirage on the beach
On a Tripoli beach, bathers mistake a mirage for a huge tidal wave. Date: 1936

DESERT EXPRESS TRAIN
Libyas " Desert Express", jammed with soldiers, colonists and natives. The Gadames-Tripoli railway runs 350 miles through unbearable heat, unprotected from the sun Date: 1940s

Costumes of Tripoli, Libya, bagpiper and a female dancer.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840

The Loss of H. M.s Victoria
Coloured lantern slide illustrating Britannia sitting on an anchor and drapped in a Union Jack.She sits with a lion on a beach

Street scene in Berlin, Germany, at the end of the Second World War, with soldiers and children. A sign reads: This Axis has been laid from El Alamein to Berlin via Africa, Italy, France, Belgium

Tripoli Natives Costume series N16 Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands
Artokoloro

Tripoli Flags Nations Series 2 N10 Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands
Artokoloro

WORLD WAR II: LIBYA. U. S. Army Jeeps driving past an area containing enemy mines
WORLD WAR II: LIBYA. U.S. Army Jeeps driving past an area containing enemy mines, near Tripoli, Libya, after the Allied victory there, 1943

WORLD WAR II: LIBYA, c1943. Allied bombing of the Italian Royal Air Force base, Castel Benito, near Tripoli, Libya, c1943

Ships sailing in Tripoli, Jan Luyken, 1684

TRIPOLITAN WAR, 1804. An American frigate battling a Barbary vessel during off the coast of Tripoli, 1804. Contemporary American painting

TRIPOLI HARBOR, 1804. The burning of the captured American frigate, USS Philadelphia, by Commodore Stephen Decatur in Tripoli harbor, 16 February 1804. Contemporary painting

House of the Carmelites, Tripoli, Syria Date: circa 1910

House of an Arabian Sheikh at Tripoli, Libya
The wonderfully-adorned house of an Arabian Sheikh at Tripoli, Libya - photograph taken during th Italo-Turkish War of 1911-12. Date: circa 1911

Italian fascist poster celebrating the XIII Tripoli Fair. Italy colonised Libya in a period of colonial expansiion during the 1930 s

Libya, Relief Map With Border and Mask
Relief map of Libya (with border and mask). This image was compiled from data acquired by landsat 5 & 7 satellites combined with elevation data

Tripoli at night, ISS image C018 / 9222
Tripoli at night. Photographed by astronauts aboard the International Space Station 18th April 2013. The picture was taken using a camera aid called NightPod

LIBYA. TRIPOLI. Leptis Magna. Severus Basilica, building finished in 216. Roman art. Early Empire

LIBYA. TRIPOLI. Leptis Magna. Forum built during Septimius Severus government (late 2nd century, early 3rd century). Inside. Roman art

Ottoman Empire (1863). Tripoli. Picture from
" Ottoman Empire (1863). Tripoli. Picture from the " Historia General de las Misiones" (General History of Missions). Etching."

Souk, Tripoli, Tripolitania, Libya

TRIPOLITAN WAR, 1804. The burning of the captured American frigate Philadelphia by Commodore Stephen Decatur and his crew in Tripoli harbor on the night of 16 February 1804

TRIPOLITAN WAR, 1804. A wounded American seaman (not Reuben James, in spite of the tattoo) saving American Commodore Stephen Decatur from a scimitar stroke during the Tripolitan War of 1804-1805

TRIPOLITAN WAR, 1800. William Bainbridge, captain of the George Washington, and later the Philadelphia, delivering tribute money from the United States to the Dey of Algiers in 1800 before

TRIPOLITAN WAR, 1804. The grounding and capture of the American frigate Philadelphia in Tripoli harbor on the night of 31 October 1803. Line engraving, 1804

Racial Type / Libya
An Arab chief, Tripoli, Libya, North Africa. Date: 1930s

Colonial Troops 1930S
Native Libyan troops in Tripoli, North Africa, receiving directions in the mountains from European, probably Italian, officers. Date: 1930s

A Mule Caravan
A mule caravan in Tripoli, Libya, North Africa. Date: 1930s

Turco-Italian War, 1911 - loading fodder for Italian troops
Hay being loaded onto the steamship Italian, part of provisions for the Italian army in Tripoli during the 1911-1912 Turco-Italian war in Tripoli in the area now known as modern-day Libya

Couple from Cyrene, Libya with their Singer Sewing Machine

Custom House, Tripoli, during Italo-Turkish War
The Custom House, Tripoli, during the Italo-Turkish War (1911-12). The Italian flag is now flying in place of the Turkish flag

Bombardment of Tripoli
The bombardment of Tripoli during the Italo-Turkish War (1911-12) -- scene at the Fortress Sultana. The threatened outbreak of the First Balkan War forced Turkey to make peace

Barth / Africa / Musgu
Interior of a Musgu dwelling: Dr Heinrich Barth crossed the Sahara from Tripoli, through the Chad basin to Timbuktu, where he did work on the languages and ethnography. Date: 1851

Barth / Africa / Encampment
Encampment in the forest: Dr Heinrich Barth crossed the Sahara from Tripoli, through the Chad basin to Timbuktu, where he did work on the languages and ethnography

Lebanon - Tarabulus
Distant view of Tarabulus (formerly known as Tripoli or Tripolis) with a native fishing boat in the foreground

Dancer of Tripoli
A dancer of Tripoli, accompanied by a piper

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Tripoli, a city steeped in history and culture, offers a captivating journey through time. From the Roman mosaic dating back to the 2nd century AD to the majestic Forum of Septimius in Leptis Magna, this Libyan gem is an archaeological treasure trove. As you stroll through Tripoli's streets, your eyes will be drawn to The Castle, which now houses the Museum of the Jamahariya. Its grandeur is accentuated by its reflection on a serene small lake nearby. A sight that truly takes your breath away. Lebanon's it also has its own charm with glimpses into its past captured in vintage photographs from the 1890s. The cedar groves of Arz Tripoli stand tall as a testament to Lebanon's natural beauty and rich heritage. Islamic tilework adorns many buildings throughout Tripoli, showcasing intricate designs and vibrant colors that are sure to mesmerize any visitor. These masterpieces reflect centuries-old craftsmanship and artistic excellence. The adrenaline rush of motorsport comes alive at the iconic Tripoli Grand Prix where racing legends like Nuvolari once roared through its streets in bimotore Alfa-Romeo cars, leaving spectators awe-inspired. A panoramic view from above reveals rooftops stretching across Tripoli, Lebanon - a bustling cityscape blending modernity with traditional architecture. Meanwhile, historical maps depict North Africa's evolution during the 19th century when Tripoli played a significant role in shaping regional dynamics. Edward Preble's legacy looms large over this coastal city as he commanded American naval forces during their conflict with Barbary pirates off Libya's shores – reminding us of Tripoli's strategic importance throughout history. Immerse yourself further into local life by exploring Old Town souq (market) where fragrant spices mingle with lively chatter creating an atmosphere unique to this ancient trading hub. Finally, no visit would be complete without taking in the panoramic view of Tripoli, Libya.