Iquique Collection

Street scene in Iquique, Tarapaca, Chile, South America, showing the Hotel Ingles, the Hotel Colon (named after Columbus), the Money Exchange and the American Saloon. Date: 1910s

The Civil War in Chile, Bombardment of Iquique (engraving)
1603043 The Civil War in Chile, Bombardment of Iquique (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Civil War in Chile, Bombardment of Iquique)

The Civil War in Chile, Iquique, after the Bombardment (engraving)
1603273 The Civil War in Chile, Iquique, after the Bombardment (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Civil War in Chile, Iquique, after the Bombardment)

The last Battle of the Chile, Civil War (engraving)
1592004 The last Battle of the Chile, Civil War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The last Battle of the Chile, Civil War)

The Nitrate Shipping Ports of Chile (engraving)
1596295 The Nitrate Shipping Ports of Chile (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Nitrate Shipping Ports of Chile)

CHILE CIVIL WAR 1891
The bombardment of Iquique during the civil war in Chile. Date: 1891

War Chile - Bolivia, naval battle of Iquique, between the Chilean corvette Esmeralda and the Monitor Huascar, the May 23, 1879

Ship Awaiting Cargoes of Nitrate at Iquique, 1911. From Chile, by G. F. Scott Elliot, M.A. F.R.G.S. [T. Fisher Terrace, London, 1911]

Iquique, Chile, 1895. As seen from the sea. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXXVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Nitrate fire in Iquique, Tarapaca, Chile, South America
Nitrate storage fire at the Gildemeister company premises in Iquique, Tarapaca, Chile, South America. Nitrate is extremely flammable. Date: circa 1910

Playa Cavancha, the most central of Iquiques city beaches. At the far end are high rise buildings housing some of Iquiques top hotels

Once one of the grandiose mansions of the nitrate barons, this elegant building on Plaza Prat, Iquiques main square has been converted to a bar and restaurant La Protectora

Torre Reloj, a tall white clocktower in the central square, Plaza Prat, has been adopted as Iquiques symbol. At the far side of the square is the gleaming white Teatro Municipal

Plaza Condell, Iquique, Tarapaca, Chile, South America
Plaza Condell and Market, Iquique, Tarapaca, Chile, South America. Date: circa 1908

Plaza Santa Maria, Iquique, Tarapaca, Chile, South America. Date: circa 1908

Municipal Theatre, Iquique, Tarapaca, Chile, South America. Date: circa 1905

The Pacific War. Battle of Iquique. The Chilean corvette Esmeralda is sunk by the Peruvian ironclad Huascar on May 21, 1879. Colored engraving

The Pacific War. Battle of Iquique. The Chilean corvette Esmeralda is sunk by the Peruvian ironclad Huascar on May 21, 1879. Colored engraving

Chilean and U. S. pararescuemen jump near Iquique, Chile
October 29, 2008 - Chilean and U.S. pararescuemen jump from the back of a C-17 Globemaster III near Iquique, Chile, as part of Operation Southern Partner

The Civil War in Chile: Insurgent War Ships Exchanging Shots with the Town of Iquique

The Civil War in Chile: Iquique, after the Bombardment

The Civil War in Chile: Bombardment of Iquique

Cityscape, Iquique, Tarapaca Region, Chile

CHILE: IQUIQUE, c1908. The Plaza and clock tower, Iquique, Chile. Stereograph, c1908

Iquique town and beach, Atacama desert, Chile, South America

Iquiquie, Atacama desert, Chile, South America

Peru Iquique
View of the town and harbour before the earthquake which caused extensive damage

Giant sand dune above large city, Iquique, Atacama coast, Chile, South America

Houses in American Georgian style dating from between 1880 and 1920, Avenida Baquedano, Iquique, Chile, South America

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Iquique: A Tapestry of History and Resilience Step into the vibrant streets of Iquique, a city nestled in the heart of Tarapaca, Chile. This South American gem has witnessed countless chapters of history unfold within its borders. From devastating natural disasters to fierce battles during civil wars, Iquique stands as a testament to human resilience. As you wander through the bustling streets, imagine the scenes that have played out here over time. Picture the street scene in Iquique - locals going about their daily lives, creating an atmosphere unique to this coastal town. But it hasn't always been peaceful; tragedy has struck these very streets. One such calamity was the nitrate fire that ravaged Iquique. Flames engulfed buildings and chaos ensued as residents fought desperately against this destructive force. Yet even amidst destruction, hope emerged from the ashes. The Great Earthquake and Tidal Wave on the Peruvian Coast left an indelible mark on Iquique's history. Engravings depict nature's wrath unleashed upon unsuspecting shores, forever etching these events into collective memory. But it wasn't just nature that tested Iquique's mettle; civil wars waged nearby brought violence to its doorstep. The bombardment left scars both physical and emotional on its inhabitants – yet they persevered with unwavering spirit. In one engraving capturing post-bombardment aftermath, we witness a city refusing to surrender despite adversity. The last battle of Chile's Civil War unfolded here too – a testament to bravery amid turmoil. Tidal waves continued their relentless assault on Peru’s coastlines while engravings showcased how nitrate shipping ports thrived in Chile – highlighting economic significance intertwined with historical context. War knows no boundaries or limits; naval battles between nations were fought off Iquique's shores during conflicts like Chile-Bolivia war in 1891 where the Chilean corvette Esmeralda played a pivotal role.