Thessalonika Collection (page 2)

SERBIAN TROOPS 1916
Serbian troops in a mountain trench on the Salonika Front the treacherous mountain range between Albania and Greece. Date: 1916

St Paul preaching in the synagogue at Thessalonica, as described in the Acts of the Apostles, Chapter 17. Date: 1st century AD

Thessaloniki, Greece - Rue Hamidie and the Hamidie Fountain. Named after His Imperial Majesty, The Sultan Abdulhamid II, Emperor of the Ottomans, Caliph of the Faithful (also known as Abdul Hamid II)

Village near Thessaloniki - English Man out for a stroll
Village near Thessaloniki, Greece - English Man out for a stroll - saying hello to a couple of dogs near a stream. Date: 1929

Thessaloniki, Greece - Tomb of Sheikh Musa Baba. Date: circa 1910s

Sandanski and Panitsa - Macedonian Revolutionaries. Yane Ivanov Sandanski (1872-1915) (also known as Pirin Tsar (Pirinski Car) - pictured on left)

Thessaloniki - The Splendid Palace Hotel. Date: circa 1910s

Young Greek Girls in Thessaloniki, Greece - WWI era. Date: circa 1915

Thessaloniki, Greece - Turkish Cemetery at Zeitenlik
Turkish Cemetery at Zeitenlik - Thessaloniki, Greece. This large open area became the site of an Allied military cemetery and memorial park in the mid-1920s

Thessaloniki, Greece - Macedonian Komitadjis - members of a rebel band (cheta) operating in the Balkans during the final period of the Ottoman Empire

Thessaloniki, Greece - Young Gypsy Girl standing in front of one of the Towers of the Heptapyrgion (modern Eptapyrgio), also known by its Ottoman Turkish name Yedi Kule - a Byzantine

Thessaloniki, Greece - The Old Town
Thessaloniki, Greece - Part of the Old Town. Date: circa 1908

Thessaloniki, Greece - Mon Bonheur Chateau
Thessaloniki, Greece - The Ahmet Kapanci Mansion and Mon Bonheur Chateau (in background). Date: 1908

Thessaloniki, Greece - Grand Street of Beche-Tchinar. Date: circa 1907

Thessaloniki, Greece - The Calamaria Quarter, looking toward the 4th century Triumphal Arch of Galerius, part of the Rotunda Complex. Date: circa 1910s

Thessaloniki, Greece - A Modern Tobacco Kiosk/store. Date: circa 1910s

Thessaloniki, Greece - Admiral Gueprate and General Baumann
WW1 - Thessaloniki, Greece - French Admiral Emile Paul Aimable Guepratte (1856-1939) and General Baumann pictured on the waterfront at the bay. Date: circa 1915

Thessaloniki, Greece - The Allatini Flour Mill, powered by 650 steam engines! Date: circa 1904

Thessaloniki, Greece - A band of Macedonian Brigands. Date: 1900

Thessaloniki, Greece - Macedonian girls, women and children
Thessaloniki, Greece - A large group of Macedonian girls, women and children. Date: circa 1902

Thessaloniki, Greece - Rue Sabri Pacha. Date: 1901

Thessaloniki - Jacob Meir - the Chief Rabbi
Jacob Meir, (1856-1939) - elected chief rabbi of Thessaloniki in 1908, where he remained until 1919. Date: circa 1911

Thessaloniki, Greece - A Komitadji band at the Yeni Kapi (new gate) - members of a rebel band (cheta) operating in the Balkans during the final period of the Ottoman Empire

Thessaloniki, Greece - Olympos Palace Hotel on waterfront - the Zeppelin LZ85 (downed at Thessaloniki on 5th May 1916), can seen flying above. Date: 1916

Thessaloniki, Greece - Traditional costume. Date: circa 1910s

Thessaloniki, Greece - The Old Turkish Quarter / Upper Town. Date: circa 1910s

Thessaloniki, Greece - A Komitadji - a member of a rebel band (cheta) operating in the Balkans during the final period of the Ottoman Empire

Thessaloniki, Greece - Allied troops in 1916
Christmas Greeting 1916 from the historic group of allied forces stationed at Thessaloniki, Greece, the base for operations against pro-German Bulgaria

Thessaloniki - Greece - The Heptapyrgion Fortress
The Heptapyrgion (modern Eptapyrgio), also known by its Ottoman Turkish name Yedi Kule - a Byzantine and Ottoman-era fortress situated on the north-eastern corner of the acropolis of Thessaloniki in

Hamidiye Fountain, Thessaloniki, Greece. Named after His Imperial Majesty, The Sultan Abdulhamid II, Emperor of the Ottomans, Caliph of the Faithful (also known as Abdul Hamid II)

Traditional Bulgarian National Costume
Four women and a man in traditional Bulgarian National Costume at Thessaloniki, Greece. Date: circa 1904

Thessaloniki, Greece - showing the old city walls Date: circa 1910s

Greek Anti-Turkish Propaganda Postcard (2 of 2)
A Greek Anti-Turkish propaganda postcard, showing a disgruntled Greek soldier, standing in front of a very Islamic skyline in reference to the displeasure at the Turkish arrival in Salonica

Events / Ancient Rome / 390
Emperor of the Eastern Empire Theodosius I, is humiliated by Ambrose after the brutality at Salonica. Date: 390

Icon of St. Gregory (335-390) Archbishop of Thessaloniki (tempera on papel)
BAL47612 Icon of St. Gregory (335-390) Archbishop of Thessaloniki (tempera on papel) by Russian School, (14th century); Pushkin Museum, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Damage to the Waterfront Buildings, Thessaloniki, Greece, possibly due to the Great Fire that raged between 18th-19th August 1917. Date: circa 1917

Thessaloniki - Group of Bulgarians from Vardar, Macedonia. Date: circa 1905

Festival at Arapli, near Thessaloniki - A group of jolly men dancing and getingt stuck in to some serious drinking. Date: circa 1910s

WW1 - Thessaloniki, Greece - The Quayside, set within an intricate border - the cover of a list of annual Saints Days published by Libraire Francaise of 10, Rue Venizelos. Date: circa 1916

WW1 - Thessaloniki, Greece - French Military Landing Quay
WW1 - Thessaloniki Bay, Greece - French Military Landing Quay Date: 1916

Thessaloniki, Greece - Constantine Quay - WW1-era. Date: 1916

Thessaloniki, Greece - Heart of the Old Town - Turkish Quarter. Date: circa 1910s

WW1 - Thessaloniki, Greece - Refugee Camp - Vardar District. Date: circa 1916

Thessaloniki, Greece - An Old Fellah Date: circa 1910s

Thessaloniki, Greece - Kapou Turkish Cemetery
Thessaloniki, Greece - Turkish cemetery outside Yeni-Kapou next to the Mevlevidon (Mevlevi Dervish) teke. Date: circa 1910

Thessaloniki, Greece - Rue de la Gloire (Glory Street) Date: circa 1910

Thessaloniki, Greece - Harbour exit and Greek Custom House Date: circa 1910

A refugee in Thessaloniki - sitting in the Vardar District
A refugee in Thessaloniki, Greece - sitting in the Vardar District - WW1 era. Date: circa 1910s

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Thessaloniki, the vibrant city of Greece, holds a rich tapestry of history and culture. As you stroll along the quayside, mesmerizing views of Thessaloniki unfold before your eyes. The enchanting Greek Orthodox churches stand tall, adorned with intricate icons like that of Christ displayed during Easter week. Delving into the past, an intriguing anti-Turkish propaganda postcard from 1900 captures a moment frozen in time. It serves as a reminder of the complex historical dynamics that have shaped this city. A Turkish barber at work showcases the diverse influences that have left their mark on Thessaloniki's identity. Immerse yourself in local traditions by sipping on aromatic Turkish coffee served by friendly waiters at one of its charming coffee shops. Rue du Quai beckons you to explore further as it winds its way through bustling streets towards the port, where ships come and go connecting Thessaloniki to distant lands. The Arch of Galerius stands proudly amidst cobblers crafting fine footwear - a testament to Thessaloniki's architectural marvels and skilled artisans who continue age-old crafts. Engage your senses further with salep merchants offering warm beverages infused with exotic flavors while mingling with an orthodox priest sharing stories alongside nougat sellers tempting passersby. Venturing beyond the city limits reveals picturesque landscapes dotted with Macedonian buffalos guided by their dedicated drivers – an authentic glimpse into rural life surrounding Thessaloniki. And amidst all this liveliness, street vendors add color and vibrancy to every corner they occupy. Thessalonika is not just a place; it is an experience that transports you through time and space. From ancient ruins to modern-day delights, this captivating city invites you to uncover its hidden treasures and embrace its unique blend of cultures.