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The Turkish State Barge Seughudlu, built at Elswick Shipyard
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The Turkish State Barge Seughudlu, built at Elswick Shipyard
The Turkish State Barge Seughudlu, built at Elswick Shipyard, Newcastle upon Tyne for His Imperial Majesty Sultan Abdul Hamid II (1842-1918) - September 25, 1903. A picture inside a gloriously ornate invitation from Her Excellency The Ambassadress of Turkey (Stefanaki Musurus Pasa) to the launch of the vessel. Date: 1903
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Abdul Abdulhamid Barge Elswick Excellency Gloriously Hamid Invitation Khan Majesty Newcastle Script Shipyard Steamship Sultan Tyne Ottoman
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This exquisite photograph captures the Turkish State Barge Seughudlu, a magnificent masterpiece of maritime engineering and Ottoman opulence, as it was being launched at Elswick Shipyard in Newcastle upon Tyne on September 25, 1903. Commissioned by His Imperial Majesty Sultan Abdul Hamid II (1842-1918), the Seughudlu was a testament to the grandeur and wealth of the Ottoman Empire during its final decades. The image is taken from an elegant, fold-out card invitation to the launch event, sent by Her Excellency Stefanaki Musurus Pasa, the Ambassadress of Turkey. The intricately designed card, adorned with ornate script and a white background, adds to the sense of luxury and importance surrounding the occasion. The Seughudlu was a steam-powered barge, designed to serve as a royal yacht and a symbol of the Sultan's power and prestige. The vessel, named Ulu, meaning "great" in Turkish, was built using the latest technology and materials available at the time. The Seughudlu was a marvel of engineering, featuring a sleek design, ornate decorations, and advanced steam engines that allowed it to travel at impressive speeds. The launch of the Seughudlu was a grand affair, attended by dignitaries, diplomats, and members of the Ottoman court. The event marked the culmination of years of planning and hard work, and was a fitting tribute to the Sultan's vision of a modern and prosperous Ottoman Empire. Today, the Seughudlu stands as a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of Turkey and the Ottoman Empire.
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