Salonica Collection

Greece / Thessaloniki 1900
Thessaloniki: the harbour Date: circa 1900

Thessaloniki, Greece - View of the Quayside, Place de la Liberte (Liberty Square) and the entrance to Venizelos Street. Date: circa 1910s

Greece Salonika
The harbour of Salonika, seen from the sea

Turkish Barber at Thessaloniki, Greece. Date: circa 1907

Thessaloniki, Greece - Turkish Coffee Shop Waiter. Date: circa 1910s

Rue du Quai and the port, Thessaloniki, Greece Date: circa 1902

Humorous postcard, British soldier in Salonika, WW1
Humorous postcard, British soldier in Salonika -- Finish Johnny! Christmas 1918, 8th Field Survey Company Royal Engineers. Date: 1918

Thessaloniki, Greece - Cobblers - Arch of Galerius
Thessaloniki, Greece - Cobblers working beneath the 4th century Triumphal Arch of Galerius (part of the Rotunda Complex). Date: circa 1910s

Thessaloniki - Salep Merchant. Salep flour is consumed in beverages and desserts, especially in places that were formerly part of the Ottoman Empire

Thessaloniki - Orthodox Priest and Nougat seller in a street scene also featuring a red cross nurse. Date: circa 1916

Thessaloniki, Greece - Macedonian Buffalo and Driver Date: circa 1916

Thessaloniki, Greece - A Street Vendor - selling small items including this miniature carpet! Date: circa 1916

Thessaloniki, Greece - Bootblack Date: circa 1916

Thessaloniki, Greece - Tripe Kebab Seller Date: circa 1916

Elderly Jewish Couple - Thessaloniki, Greece Date: circa 1916

British troops in a trench, Salonika Front, WW1
British troops in a trench in the hills on the Salonika Front during the First World War. Date: circa 1916-1917

Thessaloniki - Greece - The Quayside and White Tower. World War One era. Red Cross van in foreground. Date: 1917

Turkish Dancers - Salonica
A fun postcard depicting three Turkish Dancers watched by a small group of young children, including a young African boy wearing a Fez

British and French Soldiers - Salonica
A scruffy young turkish paperboy selling the Paris Balkan Newspaper and the French Echo to British and French soldiers during World War One in Salonica as two veiled ladies and a Greek priest

Turkish Musicians - Salonica
A fun card depicting a group of three Turkish Musicians in Salonica

A heavy gun battery moving uphill during the Balkan campaign
A French heavy-gun battery move up a steep hill during fighting with the Bulgarian army on the Macedonian border, October 1916

Patriotic Greek Card from the First World War - Thessaloniki
Patriotic Greek Card from the First World War showing the Greeks triumphing over the Turks - including one atop the White Tower at Thessaloniki. Date: 1916

Thessaloniki, Greece - The White Tower and German Aircraft
Souvenir of Thessaloniki - Greece - WWI era - inset picture of a captured German Biplane on display close to the White Tower Date: 1916

Thessaloniki - Macedonian Shepherd Date: circa 1916

Thessaloniki - Turkish Coffee seller having a quick cigarette break before taking his coffee tray to his next customer. Date: circa 1916

Thessaloniki - Turkish Woman in extraordinary voluminous leggings! Date: circa 1916

Thessaloniki - Poultry and Vegetable Salesman. Date: circa 1916

Thessaloniki - Dervishes, Lemonade Seller and foreign troops Date: circa 1916

Thessaloniki - Preparing the Aperitif Mastic and Mezza. In medieval times, mastic was highly valued by sultans harems as a breath freshener and a tooth whitener

Thessaloniki - Tin Village wedding Date: circa 1916

Thessaloniki - Cretan Policeman, Jews and Serbian Officers Date: circa 1916

Thessaloniki - Macedonian Peasants and British Soldier Date: circa 1916

Thessaloniki - Street Traders and Foreign Military Personnel
Street Traders, including a shoeshine boy, a cigarette seller and a porter - all finding plenty of cutom amongst the foreign troops staioned in Thessaloniki (Indian, French and British)

Thessaloniki, Greece - Street Porter Date: circa 1916

Thessaloniki, Greece - Lemonade Seller Date: circa 1916

Thesalonika - The decorated quays Date: circa 1910s

View from the Salonika Front, WW1
View from the Salonika Front during the First World War. Date: circa 1916-1917

British stretcher cases, Salonika, WW1
British stretcher cases awaiting transfer to a ship at Salonika (Salonica, Thessaloniki, Greece) during the First World War. Date: 1916

Thessaloniki, Greece - Church of St Demetrios Date: circa 1910s

Jewish Cemetery at Salonika, greece

Salonika - damage after French attacks
The damage caused by bombardment by the French 75th Division close to Doiran on Salonika during the Mediterranean Campaign

Mme Alexandra Narischkine, fondatrice d'un hopital a Salonique, 1916. Creator: Unknown
Mme Alexandra Narischkine, fondatrice d'un hopital a Salonique, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

A Salonique; Debarquement du contingent italien le 10 aout ; nos allies s'avancent entre une double Creator
A Salonique; Debarquement du contingent italien le 10 aout ; nos allies s'avancent entre une double haie de Francais, a gauche, et de Serbes, a droite, 1916

On the Eastern Front; In Salonika, August 20, 1917: refugee camp... 1917. Creator: Unknown
On the Eastern Front; In Salonika, August 20, 1917: refugee camp on the Champ de Mars, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

A Salonique; Des reguliers grecs, qui ont quitte l'armee apres avoir fait le coup de feu contre les Creator
A Salonique; Des reguliers grecs, qui ont quitte l'armee apres avoir fait le coup de feu contre les Bulgares au fort de Rupel, viennent rejoindre les troupes du gouvernement provisoire, 1916

A Salonique; Miliciens cretois don't la tenue toute noire est curieuse, 1916. Creator: Unknown
A Salonique; Miliciens cretois don't la tenue toute noire est curieuse, 1916. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 1" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

A Salonique; Arrivee du contingent russe a Salonique le 30 juillet 1916, 1916. Creator: Unknown
A Salonique; Arrivee du contingent russe a Salonique le 30 juillet 1916, 1916. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 1" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Les evenements de Grece; le siege du gouvernement de la Defense nationale, a Salonique, 1916. Creator: Unknown
Les evenements de Grece; le siege du gouvernement de la Defense nationale, a Salonique. 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII

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"Exploring the Rich History and Vibrant Culture of Salonica, Greece" Step into the enchanting city of Thessaloniki, also known as Salonica, where history comes alive at every turn. With its picturesque quayside offering breathtaking views, it's no wonder this Greek gem has captured hearts for centuries. Delve into the past with a glimpse of a Greek Anti-Turkish Propaganda Postcard from 1900, showcasing the resilience and national pride that defined this region. Immerse yourself in the diverse tapestry of cultures as you encounter a Turkish Barber and experience authentic Turkish coffee served by a friendly waiter. Travel back to World War I through a humorous postcard featuring a British soldier stationed in Salonika. Witness his lighthearted perspective amidst challenging times, highlighting the indomitable spirit that prevailed during those years. Stroll along Rue du Quai and marvel at the bustling port that has been an integral part of Thessaloniki's identity throughout history. Discover hidden treasures like cobblers working under the iconic Arch of Galerius, preserving ancient craftsmanship traditions. Indulge your senses with Salep Merchant's aromatic delights or savor traditional nougat sold by an Orthodox Priest turned street vendor – each bite tells tales passed down through generations. And don't miss encountering majestic Macedonian buffalos guided by their skilled drivers; they are emblematic symbols representing both heritage and hard work. In Salonica, every corner reveals stories waiting to be uncovered. From its rich historical landmarks to vibrant street scenes filled with colorful vendors - this captivating city invites you on an unforgettable journey through time and culture.