Emir Collection (page 4)

Prince Emir Sauds visit to Emir Abdullah in Amman

24th anniversary of Arab revolt, 1940

24th anniversary of Arab revolt, 1940

The emir of Cordoba and his dignitaries. From the book L Entr e d Espagne (14th c.). Gothic art. Miniature Painting

Tales from Many Lands: The Whistle and the Purse. From Treasure no. 212 (4 February 1967)

DOST MOHAMMAD KHAN (1793-1863). Emir of Afghanistan, 1826-63. Engraving, 19th century

MOHAMMED YAKUB KHAN (1849-1923). Amir of Afghanistan, 1879-1880. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1879

SUBJECTS BEFORE ALMANZOR. The spoils from the capture of Leon brought before Almanzor (al-Mansur), c988. Wood engraving, 19th century

Army of Emir Faisal entering Zenbr, Palestine, WW1
The army of Emir Faisal entering Zenbr(?), Palestine, during the First World War. Date: 1916-1918

Emir Faisals army entering Wejh, Middle East, WW1
Emir Faisals army entering Wejh (now in Saudi Arabia) during the First World War. Date: January 1917

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Schahriar hearing one of the 1001 Nights stories from Sheherazade. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Palestine Mandate 1922
Proclamation of the Palestine mandate at Jerusalem: reading the kings commission before Sir Herbert Samuel, Lord Allenby, and the Emir Abdullah

Sher Ali / Afghan Emir
SHER ALI Emir from 1863-79, son of Dost Mohammed. His friendly relations with Russia led to conflict with the British

Sher (Shere) Ali & Heir
SHER (SHERE) ALI, AND HIS LATE HEIR, ABDULLAH JAN Emir of Kabul from 1863-79, son of Dost Mohammed. Friendly relations with Russia led to conflict with the British

Afghanistan / 1878 / Jumrood
The camp of the British Mission to Kabul, at Jumrood, near the Khyber Pass. The Mission was turned back by the Afghan Emir Sher Ali

Khyber Pass / 1878
The fort of Ali Musjid where, in 1878 a British Mission to Kabul was turned back by order of the Emir of that city, Sher Ali

Weber / Oberon / Liebig 5
Act three, scene fourteen : Reiza and Huon are prisoners of the Emir of Tunis, whose intentions are neither kindly nor pure

Persian Emir and Falcon
A Persian emir amidst his courtiers appraises a falcon, while on the palace roof one of his harem ladies looses a hawk after a game bird

Royal Niger Co. Fighting
Soldiers of the British Royal Niger Company form a square to attack the camp of the Emir of Lapaie and subdue West African resistance to British colonial efforts

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"Emir: A Journey Through History and Cultures" From the ancient city of Wejh in Saudi Arabia to the bustling streets of Beirut's Emir Bechir Street, the name "Emir" echoes through time. It represents power, leadership, and a rich tapestry of stories that have shaped nations. One such tale takes us back to 1928 when Ataturk and Amanullah Khan found themselves in an unlikely setting - a rowing boat. Their meeting symbolized diplomacy amidst turbulent times. But history is not always kind, as seen during the Second Afghan War when Amir Sher Ali pleaded for salvation from his supposed allies. Betrayal knows no bounds even among friends. The conquest of al-Andalus by Ferdinand the Saint stands as a testament to Emirs' fortitude against foreign invaders. The Battle of Clavijo further exemplifies their resilience throughout centuries. In 1902, a new Emir rose to power in Adamawa after Colonel Morland toppled its previous ruler. This act reshaped the region's destiny and highlighted both colonial influence and local dynamics. Moving forward, Sheikh Khalifa Bin Hamad Al Thani emerged as an influential figure in Qatar's capital Doha from 1972 to 1995. His reign witnessed significant transformations within Dubai. Meanwhile, Mohammed Alim Khan holds a different distinction as Bukhara's last Emir before monumental changes swept across Central Asia in 1911. Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky captured this momentous era through his artistry. Lastly, we find ourselves with Yemeni delegates embarking on an official visit to Naples, Italy - bridging cultures and fostering diplomatic ties beyond borders. The name "Emir" transcends time and geography; it embodies strength amid adversity while carrying tales of triumphs and tribulations from various corners of our world.