Druses Collection

Deir-el-Kamr, on the Southern Side of Mount Lebanon, lately destroyed by the Druses (engraving)
1612291 Deir-el-Kamr, on the Southern Side of Mount Lebanon, lately destroyed by the Druses (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deir-el-Kamr)

Beit Mary, Mount Lebanon, the Scene of the Recent Conflict between the Druses and the Maronites (engraving)
1098238 Beit Mary, Mount Lebanon, the Scene of the Recent Conflict between the Druses and the Maronites (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beit Mary)

Youssuf Karam, the Maronite Chief (engraving)
2773155 Youssuf Karam, the Maronite Chief (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Youssuf Karam, the Maronite Chief)

Druses of the Lebanon (engraving)
2773090 Druses of the Lebanon (engraving) by Janet, Gustave (b. 1829); Private Collection; (add.info.: Druses of the Lebanon)

Druses Syria L. T. C Dr William Robertson Scottish
Druses from Syria. L.T.C; Dr. William Robertson (Scottish, 1818 - 1882); Turkey; 1855 - 1856; Albumen silver print

Illustrated London News cover, 12th July 1845
Cover of the Illustrated London News from 12th July 1845 featuring an article on the Druses and Maronites, and an engraving of the conflict at Ballinhassig in Ireland 1845

Lebanon Bettedein
The Druses Palace Date: circa 1835

Deir-El-Kamr, on the Southern Side of Mount Lebanon, Destroyed by the Druses, 1860 Engraving

Deir-El-Kamr, on the Southern Side of Mount Lebanon, Destroyed by the Druses, 1860 Engraving

Peasant Druses, (i. e. Druzes) of Mount Carmel taking a meal
Peasant Druses, (i.e. Druzes) of Mount Carmel taking a meal, Holy Land, (i.e. Israel). Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

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The Druses, a religious and ethnic group residing in the mountainous regions of Lebanon and Syria, have left their mark on history with their tumultuous conflicts. Deir-el-Kamr, a town situated on the southern side of Mount Lebanon, witnessed devastation at the hands of the Druses in 1860. The engraving depicting this destruction serves as a haunting reminder of the violent clashes that occurred. Syria too fell victim to the wrath of the Druses during these turbulent times. Zahle faced an attack by this formidable group, leaving scars etched into its very fabric. Another engraving captures this massacre, showcasing the brutality that unfolded. Beit Mary, nestled amidst Mount Lebanon's picturesque landscapes, became a battleground between two rival factions -the Druses and Maronites- igniting yet another conflict. This recent clash is vividly portrayed in an engraving that encapsulates both sorrow and strife. Youssuf Karam emerges as a central figure within these engravings -a Maronite chief who played a significant role during these troubled times. His image symbolizes resilience and leadership amidst chaos. The engravings also shed light on daily life among the Druse community itself. These depictions offer glimpses into their unique culture and traditions while reminding us that they were not solely defined by violence but had rich identities beyond it. Damascus too experienced turmoil during this period; Christian Damascus was not spared from unrest either. The Illustrated London News cover from July 12th, 1845 showcases how even major cities were affected by sectarian tensions. Lebanon Bettedein stands as evidence of how far-reaching these conflicts were within Lebanese territory itself – no region was immune to their impact. Dr William Robertson Scottish's presence in one engraving highlights international interest in understanding and documenting these events for historical purposes – emphasizing their significance beyond local borders.