Aden Collection

Steamer Point, Aden, Yemen - Bathing Pool at the Lido - Sappers Bay. Date: circa 1940s

Camel Market Number 2 - Seaport of Aden, Yemen Date: circa 1910s

SS Maloja
The P&O liner SS Maloja at anchor off Aden in Yemen, July 1926. (Photo by Hawkins/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

CAPE ADEN
Cape Aden, with mount Shamsham in the distance. [not listed in Times atlas] Date: circa 1860

Yemen - Aden - Post Office Bay, Steamer Point

Scenes on board the SS Sumatra, November 1875
Engraving of a number of scenes on board the SS Sumatra, during its voyage to India via Aden and the Red Sea. The scenes show (left to right, top to bottom) 1

Steamer Point, Aden, Yemen (colour photo)
3095105 Steamer Point, Aden, Yemen (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Steamer Point, Aden, Yemen)

Map of Arabia with part of Turkey and Oman, c.1900 (engraving)
533009 Map of Arabia with part of Turkey and Oman, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Map of Arabia, Turkey, Oman, Aden, with insets map of Jerusalem and Palestine, circa 1902)

Hawker Hunter FGA. 74 505
Singapore Air Defence Command - Hawker Hunter FGA.74 505 (msn 41H/680085, ex XJ632 and G-9-356), on the line with armourers preparing the ADEN gun pack for removal

Camel market, Aden, Yemen
Vintage 19th century photograph: camel market, Aden, Yemen

Somali Boys diving for money at Aden
Somali Boys diving for money/coins at Aden, Yemen. Described as " an amusing sight"... Date: 1875

Camel Caravan - Aden, Yemen. 1920

Windmills at the Salt Works - Aden, Yemen. circa 1920s

Bagging up salt - Aden, Yemen. circa 1920s

Native Market - Aden, Yemen - note the Sikh Indian and Arab merchants in the background. Date: circa 1906

Main Street, Crater, Aden, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Main Street Crater, Aden, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Native Street Store - Maala Village, Aden, Yemen Date: circa 1910s

Launching of a Dhow - Aden Maalla Village, Yemen Date: 1910s

Egyptian Cigarette Factory, Ms Lehem & Co, Aden Date: 1920s

Bristol Britannia C. 1 XL638
Royal Air Force - Bristol Britannia C.1 XL638 (msn 13400), of No.99/551 Squadron, at RAF Lyneham in October 1966. (XL638 was written off in a crash at RAF Khormaksar)

Attempted Escalade of Aden, by the Portuguese under Alboquerque in 1513 (engraving)
3629933 Attempted Escalade of Aden, by the Portuguese under Alboquerque in 1513 (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Attempted Escalade of Aden)

Aden "The Gibraltar of the Red Sea"(engraving)
1625193 Aden " The Gibraltar of the Red Sea" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aden " The Gibraltar of the Red Sea")

Portuguese Assault on Aden, illustration from Legends of India
498391 Portuguese Assault on Aden, illustration from Legends of India by Gaspar Correia, c.1858 (engraving) by Portuguese School

Colombo to Suez via Bombay (engraving)
1061553 Colombo to Suez via Bombay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colombo to Suez via Bombay)

Landing of the Red Sea Telegraph Cable at Aden (engraving)
1098058 Landing of the Red Sea Telegraph Cable at Aden (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Landing of the Red Sea Telegraph Cable at Aden)

Avro Shackleton MR. 2 WL744
Royal Air Force - Avro Shackleton MR.2 WL744, of No. 37 Squadron, landing over airmens accommodation at RAF Khormaksar, Aden. Date: circa 1960

Royal Air Force - Avro Lincoln B. 1 WD148
Royal Air Force - Avro Lincoln B.2 WD148, at RAF Khormaksar, Aden. Date: circa 1955

Port and waterfront at Aden, Yemen
Vintage 19th century photograph: port and waterfront at Aden, Yemen

Aden, Yemen, cermonial arch
Vintage 19th century photograph: Aden, Yemen, cermonial arch

Waterfront at Aden, Yemen
Vintage 19th century photograph: waterfront at Aden, Yemen

Camel halt and market, Aden, Yemen
19th century vintage photograph: Camel halt and market, Aden, Yemen

c. 1880s - steamer point at Aden Yemen
c.1880s - steamer point at Aden Yemen

Dr Normandys Water-Distilling Apparatus, at Aden (engraving)
1609486 Dr Normandys Water-Distilling Apparatus, at Aden (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Normandys Water-Distilling Apparatus, at Aden)

The Abyssinian Expedition, Berbereh, on the Coast of Africa, opposite Aden (engraving)
1588643 The Abyssinian Expedition, Berbereh, on the Coast of Africa, opposite Aden (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Abyssinian Expedition, Berbereh)

Aden, Les Citernes (colour photo)
2817290 Aden, Les Citernes (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aden, Les Citernes)

Bearskin badge, 1869-81 (gilt metal)
3043128 Bearskin badge, 1869-81 (gilt metal) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Bearskin badge, 1869-1881)

Sweetmeat seller, Lahej Bazaar, Gulf of Aden, Arabia
Jewish sweetmeat seller, Lahej (Abdali, Al Houta) Bazaar, Gulf of Aden, Arabia (then part of the British Empire). Date: 1922

Somali woman with hookah, Gulf of Aden, Arabia
Somali woman relaxing with a hookah, Gulf of Aden, Arabia. Date: 1922

The Wreck of the Aden (litho)
1597663 The Wreck of the Aden (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wreck of the Aden. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 10 July 1897)

Laying the Submarine Cable between Kurrachee and Aden, landing the Cable at Muscat Cove (engraving)
1098634 Laying the Submarine Cable between Kurrachee and Aden, landing the Cable at Muscat Cove (engraving) by English School

Expedition of a British Force from Aden to Shugra (engraving)
1099140 Expedition of a British Force from Aden to Shugra (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Expedition of a British Force from Aden to Shugra)

Presentation of Colours to the 109th Regiment at Aden (engraving)
1098996 Presentation of Colours to the 109th Regiment at Aden (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Presentation of Colours to the 109th Regiment at Aden)

Harry Seacome whilst entertaining troops in Aden Yemen Date: circa 1967

The Crescent - Steamer Point, Aden, Yemen. Date: circa 1910s

A Race-Meeting at Aden (engraving)
1045460 A Race-Meeting at Aden (engraving) by Dollman, John Charles (1851-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Race-Meeting at Aden)

Sketches at Aden (engraving)
1044063 Sketches at Aden (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at Aden. Illustration for The Graphic)

Notes from a Travellers Sketch-Book (engraving)
1059348 Notes from a Travellers Sketch-Book (engraving) by Corbould, Alfred Chantrey (1852-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: Notes from a Travellers Sketch-Book)

Aden (engraving)
3654744 Aden (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aden. Illustration for The Illustrated Universal Gazetteer edited by William Francis Ainsworth)

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Discover the enchanting beauty of Aden, Yemen - a captivating blend of history and natural wonders. Steamer Point, nestled along the coastline, offers breathtaking views of the Bathing Pool at the Lido, where locals and visitors alike find solace in its azure waters. Embark on a journey aboard the majestic SS Maloja as it sails towards Cape Aden, an iconic landmark that stands tall against the backdrop of endless horizons. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Camel Market Number 2, located within the bustling seaport of Aden; here you can witness firsthand the rich cultural heritage that defines this remarkable city. Step back in time with Scenes on board the SS Sumatra from November 1875 – a glimpse into maritime history that will leave you awe-inspired. Marvel at Steamers Point's timeless charm captured beautifully in a vivid color photograph. Explore Post Office Bay at Steamer Point – an idyllic spot where tranquility meets adventure. Indulge your senses with aromatic delights at Ms Lehem & Co's Egyptian Cigarette Factory in Aden; their craftsmanship is second to none. Witness aviation marvels like Bristol Britannia C. 1 XL638 and Hawker Hunter FGA. 74 505 soaring through Aden's skies – testaments to human ingenuity and engineering prowess. Experience heartwarming encounters with Arab children in Lahej, whose smiles reflect genuine warmth and hospitality unique to this region. Traverse The Main Pass within Crater (Kraytar), unveiling hidden treasures amidst rugged landscapes. Aden beckons explorers seeking both serenity and excitement; immerse yourself in its tapestry of sights, sounds, and flavors for an unforgettable adventure.