Alexandria Collection (page 2)

Engraving depicting an artist's impression of Hipparchus working in the observatory at Alexandria
5308538 Engraving depicting an artist's impression of Hipparchus working in the observatory at Alexandria; (add.info)

The great lighthouse of Alexandria
5307255 The great lighthouse of Alexandria.; (add.info.: 18th century representation of the great lighthouse of Alexandria which was built in 280 BC on the Island of Pharos)

French 19th century. illustration. showing Saint Catherine
5306356 French 19th century. illustration. showing Saint Catherine; Universal History Archive/UIG.

USA History: US federal troops surprised by secessionists on the Alexandria - Virginia railroad
5313511 USA History: US federal troops surprised by secessionists on the Alexandria - Virginia railroad.; SeM Studio/UIG.

Alexandria, galley of Hiero II, Tyrant of Syracuse (engraving)
8635765 Alexandria, galley of Hiero II, Tyrant of Syracuse (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexandria, galley of Hiero II, Tyrant of Syracuse)

Caesar throwing himself from the Galley, after his defeat at Alexandria (engraving)
8658560 Caesar throwing himself from the Galley, after his defeat at Alexandria (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caesar throwing himself from the Galley)

Galley of Hiero II, Tyrant of Syracuse (engraving)
8635136 Galley of Hiero II, Tyrant of Syracuse (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexandria, galley of Hiero II, Tyrant of Syracuse)

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First royal regatta at Gleniche, Potsdam, Prussia (engraving)
8676484 First royal regatta at Gleniche, Potsdam, Prussia (engraving) by Rabe, Johannes (b. 1827); Private Collection; (add.info.: First royal regatta at Gleniche, Potsdam, Prussia)

Alexandria, Ras-et-Tin (colour litho)
8665013 Alexandria, Ras-et-Tin (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexandria, Ras-et-Tin)

Alexandria, Egypt (engraving)
3600005 Alexandria, Egypt (engraving); (add.info.: Egypt. Alexandria. Engraving of the city. Liber chronicarum, 1493.); PHAS/UIG.

Reconstruction of Ctesibius of Alexandria's (active 270 BC) clepsydra (water clock). Engraving 1857
536189 Reconstruction of Ctesibius of Alexandria's (active 270 BC) clepsydra (water clock). Engraving 1857.; (add.info)

Pompey's Pillar, Alexandria: Red granite column erected to Diocletian, 4th century
544753 Pompey's Pillar, Alexandria: Red granite column erected to Diocletian, 4th century, once thought to mark burial place of Pompey the Great

Ralph Abercromby (1734-1801) Scottish soldier. Copperplate engraving London 1833
530858 Ralph Abercromby (1734-1801) Scottish soldier. Copperplate engraving London 1833; (add.info.: General leading successful Anglo-Turkish force against French at Aboukir Bay (Alexandria)

Portrait of the King of France Louis XII (1462-1515) leaving Alexandria to join Genes
ELD4932961 Portrait of the King of France Louis XII (1462-1515) leaving Alexandria to join Genes, 24/04/1507 (Portrait of king Louis xii leaving Alexandria 1507)

Map of Alexandria, showing the lighthouse and the entrance to the port of the city in the 16th century
NWI4862211 Map of Alexandria, showing the lighthouse and the entrance to the port of the city in the 16th century. Colourful engraving of the 19th century.; (add.info.: Map of Alexandria)

View of Obelisk and ancient walls at Alexandria, 1801
3480333 View of Obelisk and ancient walls at Alexandria, 1801; (add.info.: View of Obelisk and ancient walls at Alexandria)

Landing the shore end of the Alexandria Malta submarine telegraph cable at Alexandria, 1868
3479553 Landing the shore end of the Alexandria Malta submarine telegraph cable at Alexandria, 1868; (add.info.: Landing the shore end of the Alexandria Malta submarine telegraph cable at Alexandria)

Cataract of the Nile River near Alexandria, 1841
3480444 Cataract of the Nile River near Alexandria, 1841; (add.info.: Cataract of the Nile River near Alexandria, Egypt 1841)

A plan of the operations of the British forces in Egypt from the landing in Aboukir Bay on the 8th of March to
7340500 A plan of the operations of the British forces in Egypt from the landing in Aboukir Bay on the 8th of March to the Battle of Alexandria March 21st inclusive, 1801 (paper, engraving) by Faden

Mediterranean coast off Alexandria, Egypt, 1862. French illustration
5304700 Mediterranean coast off Alexandria, Egypt, 1862. French illustration; (add.info.: Mediterranean coast off Alexandria, Egypt, 1862. French illustration); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Bombardment of Alexandria (litho)
8631108 The Bombardment of Alexandria (litho) by Schonberg, Johann Nepomuk (1780-1863) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bombardment of Alexandria)

Bombardment of Alexandria, 1882 (litho)
8663987 Bombardment of Alexandria, 1882 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British naval bombardment of Alexandria, Egypt, Anglo-Egyptian War, 1882)

Pompey's pillar in Alexandria, Egypt. (Column of Pompee or Diocletian, Alexandria, Egypt)
FLO4576511 Pompey's pillar in Alexandria, Egypt. (Column of Pompee or Diocletian, Alexandria, Egypt). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder"

View of Egypt: Louqsor (Luksor) a Alexandria. Engraving by MARTENS, 19th century after the Daguerrian photographic
JEB4834049 View of Egypt: Louqsor (Luksor) a Alexandria. Engraving by MARTENS, 19th century after the Daguerrian photographic excursions

Colonial War: British Navy using a Gatling machine gun to occupy Alexandria, Egypt, 1882
NWI4854589 Colonial War: British Navy using a Gatling machine gun to occupy Alexandria, Egypt, 1882. Coloured engraving of the 19th century.; (add.info.: Colonial War)

The Scauderia laying the submarine telegraph cable between Malta and Alexandria, 1868
3479552 The Scauderia laying the submarine telegraph cable between Malta and Alexandria, 1868; (add.info.: The Scauderia laying the submarine telegraph cable between Malta and Alexandria)

Ralph Abercromby (1734-1801) Scottish soldier, 19th century (engraving)
533485 Ralph Abercromby (1734-1801) Scottish soldier, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: General leading successful Anglo-Turkish force against the French at Aboukir Bay (Alexandria), Egypt

The Burning of the Library at Alexandria, 391 AD (litho)
8661075 The Burning of the Library at Alexandria, 391 AD (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burning of the Library at Alexandria, 391 AD)

Past & Present: The Lighthouse (colour litho)
8668691 Past & Present: The Lighthouse (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lighthouse. The Pharos at Alexandria)

Chart of Alexandria, 1799 (coloured manuscript)
7339380 Chart of Alexandria, 1799 (coloured manuscript) by Unknown artist, (18th century); 55x76 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Anonymous Single sheet. Col. ms)

Fixed bayonets being used
5310324 Fixed bayonets being used; (add.info.: Engraving depicting fixed bayonets being used by troops against rioters in Alexandria. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

French 19th century. illustration. showing Saint Catherine
5306375 French 19th century. illustration. showing Saint Catherine; Universal History Archive/UIG.

View of Egypt: The Column of Pompee in Alexandria. Engraving by MARTENS, 19th century after the Daguerrian photographic
JEB4834033 View of Egypt: The Column of Pompee in Alexandria. Engraving by MARTENS, 19th century after the Daguerrian photographic excursions

Egypt, Alexandria: Coal port, transhipment system, boat train wagon E.S.R, 1900
LUX4763825 Egypt, Alexandria: Coal port, transhipment system, boat train wagon E.S.R, 1900; (add.info.: Egypt, Alexandria: Coal port, transhipment system, boat train wagon E.S.R)

Braddock's Headquarters, Alexandria, Virginia (b/w photo)
8652895 Braddock's Headquarters, Alexandria, Virginia (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Braddock's Headquarters, Alexandria, Virginia)

Story of Sand: A Battle on the Sands, Alexandria, 1801 (colour litho)
8659614 Story of Sand: A Battle on the Sands, Alexandria, 1801 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Battle on the Sands, Alexandria, 1801)

Library Of Alexandria, 19th century (engraving)
7272487 Library Of Alexandria, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: LIBRARY Interior view of the legendary library of Alexandria)

Colonial War: British attack by highlanders on Egyptian artillery in Tell el-Kebir (Tell el Kebir), Egypt, 1882
NWI4854619 Colonial War: British attack by highlanders on Egyptian artillery in Tell el-Kebir (Tell el Kebir), Egypt, 1882

Representation of Saint Cyril of Alexandria (376-444) receiving a messenger from Pope Celestin I instructing him to
ELD4912505 Representation of Saint Cyril of Alexandria (376-444) receiving a messenger from Pope Celestin I instructing him to presider the Council of Ephese in 431

Representation of Saint Peter of Alexandria (4th century) (Pope Peter of Alexandria). 19th century (engraving)
ELD4915886 Representation of Saint Peter of Alexandria (4th century) (Pope Peter of Alexandria). 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

Civilization of Antiquity: Alexander The Great conceiving the city of Alexandria, Ancient Egypt, 332 BC
NWI4911435 Civilization of Antiquity: Alexander The Great conceiving the city of Alexandria, Ancient Egypt, 332 BC. Colour engraving of the 19th century.; (add.info.: Civilization of Antiquity)

The Egyptian catacombs in Alexandria 1, and room with wall paintings under the pyramid of Giza 2
FLO4576475 The Egyptian catacombs in Alexandria 1, and room with wall paintings under the pyramid of Giza 2. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder"

Sir John Tenniel cartoon: Silent! (engraving)
8657354 Sir John Tenniel cartoon: Silent! (engraving) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Silent)

Interior of Christ Church at Alexandria, Virginia, showing Washington's Pew (b/w photo)
8652899 Interior of Christ Church at Alexandria, Virginia, showing Washington's Pew (b/w photo) by American Photographer

The ruins of the Basilica of Arcadius, built 395-408, in Abu Mina Monastery, near Alexandria, Egypt (photo)
AIS5361007 The ruins of the Basilica of Arcadius, built 395-408, in Abu Mina Monastery, near Alexandria, Egypt (photo); (add.info.: The ruins of the Basilica of Arcadius, edified from 395 to 408)

Ancient civilization: Teaching and knowledge. Scholae. Student in the great library of Alexandria in Egypt around
NWI4855822 Ancient civilization: Teaching and knowledge. Scholae. Student in the great library of Alexandria in Egypt around 300-200 BC

Roman coin struck in Alexandria during the reign of the Roman emperor Commodus (161-192), 2nd century (coin)
AIS5362292 Roman coin struck in Alexandria during the reign of the Roman emperor Commodus (161-192), 2nd century (coin); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

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"Exploring the Enigmatic Alexandria: A Tapestry of History, Culture, and Resilience" Step into the rich tapestry - a city that has witnessed both triumphs and tragedies throughout its storied past. From the haunting image of "The Burning of the Library of Alexandria" in 1876 to the grandeur of the iconic Alexandria Library, this city holds secrets within its ancient walls. As you navigate through time with a lithograph map from 1897, envision yourself amidst The Royal Family of Great Britain in their regal splendor during that same era. And let us not forget how World War II left its mark on this resilient city as NaFI presents an ENSA Production at Alexandria, Egypt. Delve deeper into history as you explore "A New Map of the Roman Empire, " tracing back to when Alexandria was a thriving hub within one of history's greatest civilizations. Marvel at Victoria College's majestic Quadrangle and feel inspired by knowledge seekers who once walked these hallowed halls. Venturing beyond borders, we find ourselves transported to Laconia – a place where echoes from ancient Greece resonate through time. Meanwhile, across continents lies Washington DC during the Civil War; yet even here, we can draw parallels between two cities steeped in historical significance. But it is within Egypt's embrace that true essence lies – behold the bustling corniche where traffic builds up along its shores. Feel alive amidst vibrant streets teeming with life and culture while cherishing every moment spent exploring this captivating metropolis. Alexandria beckons us to unravel its mysteries; it invites us to immerse ourselves in tales woven by countless generations before us. So come forth and discover for yourself why this enchanting city continues to captivate hearts around the world – forever preserving its legacy as an eternal beacon shining brightly through time.