Poster Print : Guns and bombardment damage, Alexandria, Egypt, 1882
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Guns and bombardment damage, Alexandria, Egypt, 1882
Guns and bombardment damage, Alexandria, Egypt, 1882. Date: 1882
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Media ID 14355166
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
1882 Alexandria Bombardment Damage Guns
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This powerful image, entitled "Guns and bombardment damage, Alexandria, Egypt, 1882," transport you to a pivotal moment in history. Captured from Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed print showcases the destructive aftermath of the bombardment of Alexandria in 1882. The vivid detail and intriguing historical context make this print an essential addition to any history or art enthusiast's collection. Immerse yourself in the past and ignite your imagination with this striking poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image captures the aftermath of the bombardment of Alexandria, Egypt, in 1882. The tranquil waters of the Mediterranean Sea are disrupted by the chaos and destruction that unfolded on this fateful day. In the foreground, the muzzle of a large cannon is visible, its barrel smoking from recent use. The once grand buildings of Alexandria's waterfront are reduced to rubble, their facades shattered and broken. Smoke rises from the ruins, a testament to the intense firepower that was unleashed upon this historic city. The bombardment of Alexandria was a pivotal moment in the history of Egypt, marking the end of the rule of Khedive Ismail and the beginning of British occupation. The event took place on July 11, 1882, when a mob attacked and killed several British soldiers, prompting a British response led by General Sir Garnet Wolseley. The bombardment lasted for several hours, leaving the city in ruins and claiming the lives of thousands of Egyptian civilians. This photograph, taken in the aftermath of the bombardment, offers a poignant reminder of the devastating consequences of war. The image is a powerful testament to the destructive power of military technology and the human cost of conflict. It also serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural significance of Alexandria, a city that has endured countless challenges throughout its long and storied past.
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