Ostende Collection (page 2)

The Kursaal, c1928. From Ostende. [Ern. THILL, Bruxelles]

General View of the Strand at Bath-time, c1928. From Ostende. [Ern. THILL, Bruxelles]

The last act of a tragedy: A photograph taken on the last boat leaving Ostend for England, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Ostend, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

Belgian refugees on the harbour at Ostend waiting for a boat to take them to England, 1914. The United Kingdom was home to 250, 000 Belgian refugees during World War One

Sir Douglas Haig inspecting sailors, World War I, 1918. Artist: Realistic Travels Publishers
Sir Douglas Haig inspecting sailors, World War I, 1918. Haig, commander of the British Expeditionary Force, inspecting participants in the raids on Ostend and Zeebrugge

Sunken warship HMS Vindictive, Ostend, Belgium, World War I, 1918. Artist: Realistic Travels Publishers
Sunken warship HMS Vindictive, Ostend, Belgium, World War I, 1918. A cruiser launcehed in 1897, HMS Vindictive was modified in 1918 with her guns replaced by howitzers

Brussels to Ostend horse race, 1902. Four French riders finished first. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 14th September 1902

WWI Bayonet paper knife engraved - Ostende
First World War Bayonet paper knife engraved with the town of Ostende. Commemorative Ware

HMS Brilliant and HMS Sirius, Ostend, Belgium, WW1
Aerial view of two obsolete British cruisers, HMS Brilliant and HMS Sirius, which took part in a failed attempt to block the port of Ostend, Belgium

HMS Vindictive after Zeebrugge Raid, Belgium, WW1
View of HMS Vindictive, an Arrogant-class protected cruiser, after the Zeebrugge Raid (23 April 1918), Belgium, when her upperworks were badly damaged by gunfire

Belgium - Boarding the Ferry to Dover at Ostende. Promotional postcard for the Belgium National Railway. Date: 1920

Leopold II, King of Belgium
Seaside Life - The King at Ostende. The King of Belgium, Leopold II (1865-1909) relaxing by the beach Date: circa 1905

Photograph of a Belgian soldier
Studio photograph of a Belgian soldier in uniform. He is seated, leaning on his elbow against a pillar. In his right hand is a cigarette in a holder. His left hand is bandaged

Bathers & Bathing Huts, Ostende / Ostende, Belgium
Bathers & Bathing Huts, Ostende/Ostende, West Flanders, Belgium. Date: 1920s

Boulevard Van Iseghem, Oostende - Ostende
Boulevard Van Iseghem, Oostende/Ostende, Belgium. Date: 1900s

Allied troops landing for the Western Front, WW1
Allied troops (probably Belgian) landing in preparation for the Western Front in the early days of the First World War. The ship is the Princesse Clementine of Ostende. Date: 1914

Sketches in Ostend, Belgium, after WW1 bombing
Sketches in Ostend, Belgium, after bombing during a Zeppelin raid in the early stages of the First World War. Showing scenes at the railway station, in the fish market

Trolley bus, Ostende-Blankenberghe-Knocke
A trolley bus of four carriages serving Ostende, Blankenberghe and Knocke, Belgium

Ostende Surrenders
Allegory on the surrender of Ostende to the Spanish under general Spinola. Date: 2 September 1604

The Beach at Ostend, 1892 (oil on canvas)
XPG329600 The Beach at Ostend, 1892 (oil on canvas) by Jacobs, Adolphe (1887-1910); Private Collection; Belgian, out of copyright

Lady Bather at Ostende, Belgium sat on the wheel of a bathing machine. Her costume is possibly rather daring for this era. Date: circa 1910

Wreck of HMS Vindictive, Ostend Harbour, Belgium, WW1
View of the wreck of HMS Vindictive in Ostend Harbour, Belgium, during the First World War. HMS Vindictive, an Arrogant-class protected cruiser, was launched in 1897, served throughout the war

Ostende Kursaal
The Kursaal (i.e. health centre) at Ostende/Ostend on the bracing North Sea coast. Date: circa 1900

Devastation during bombing, Ostend, Belgium, WW1
Devastation inside a church in Ostend, Belgium, during the First World War. Nuns stand on the right, looking at the bodies of women, and a jumble of wooden chairs. Date: circa 1914

7th Division loading supplies, Ostend, Belgium, WW1
Men of the Belgian 7th Division loading supplies onto a wagon at Ostend, Belgium, soon after the start of the First World War. Date: October 1914

Aerial view of Ostend, Belgium, WW1
Aerial view of the sea port of Ostend, Belgium, during the First World War. Date: circa 1918

Wreck of HMS Vindictive at Ostend, Belgium, WW1
View of the wreck of HMS Vindictive, an Arrogant-class protected cruiser, after the Second Ostend Raid (10 May 1918), during the First World War

Belgian troops landing at Ostend, Belgium, WW1
Belgian troops landing at Ostend, Belgium, at the start of the First World War. Date: 30 August 1914

HMS Vindictive at Ostend, Belgium, WW1
View of HMS Vindictive, an Arrogant-class protected cruiser, after the Zeebrugge Raid (23 April 1918), Belgium, when her upperworks were badly damaged by gunfire

View of British ships from Ostend, Belgium, WW1
View of British ships and boats out at sea, seen from the port of Ostend, Belgium, during the First World War. They include two obsolete British cruisers, HMS Brilliant and HMS Sirius

Advert for Ostende, 1930
Advert for Ostende, Belgium (The Royal Palace Hotel), 1930 Date: 1930

Poster advertising the Beaches of Belgium
Poster for the Railways of Belgium highlighting the virtues of the Beaches of Belgium (Les Plages Belges)

Horse pulling Ostend beach huts
A hello from Ostend! A beach scene from Ostend, Belgium depicting a solid young lady in striped swimsuit sat astride one of the horses used to pull the beach bathing huts in and out of the water

Fishing boat returning to port - Ostend, Belgium

Ostend - Belgium
Souvenir postcard from Ostend, Belgium

Belgium - Port of Ostende
Port of Ostende, Belgium. The mailship ferry departs the harbour as young boys fish off the pier, while others just lean on the railings watching the ships disappear into the North Sea

Ostend Promenade / Photo
Strolling along the promenade at Ostende with umbrellas - to protect them from the sun

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Discover the rich history and captivating beauty of Ostend, Belgium. From its role in World War 1 as the site of the German Tirpitz battery to its stunning seaside views, this coastal city has much to offer. The large calibre cannon on the seawall stands as a testament to Ostend's strategic importance during wartime. As you explore the city, make sure to visit the picturesque harbour, where boats bob gently in the water against a backdrop of charming buildings. The Church of Saints Peter and Paul is another must-see attraction with its magnificent architecture and serene atmosphere. For those seeking entertainment, step into the Salon de Jeux at Kursall Casino for an exhilarating experience. Marvel at the opulent interior or take in a night view of its grand entrance - both are sure to leave you awe-struck. Stroll along the seafront promenade outside Kursall and soak up breathtaking vistas that stretch out before you. Don't miss capturing a photo with Hotel Royal Belge as your backdrop - it's a picture-perfect moment waiting to happen. And if you're looking for tranquility amidst nature, head towards La Digue where Chalet Royal awaits. Take in panoramic views from this idyllic spot while feeling rejuvenated by gentle sea breezes. Ostend truly offers something for everyone - whether it be historical landmarks like Quai de l'Empereur or simply enjoying leisurely walks along its enchanting seafront. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable journey through time and beauty.