Print of the Turning of the First Sod, Imperial British East Africa Railway
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Framed Print of The Turning of the First Sod of the Imperial British East Africa Company's Railway, which is to ex Creator: Unknown
The Turning of the First Sod of the Imperial British East Africa Company's Railway, which is to extend from Port Reitz, Mombasato Kavirondo on Lake Nyanza, 1890. From The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper, Volume 42. July to December, 1890. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © The Print Collector/Heritage Images
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Media ID 36259747
African Colonial History , Victorian Era Transportation , Black And White Railway Images
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Step back in time with our Framed Print featuring an historic moment in African history. Witness the turning of the first sod of the Imperial British East Africa Company's Railway in 1890, as depicted in this image from The Graphic. This beautifully framed print, showcasing the unknown creator's vivid and detailed illustration, adds an intriguing touch to any room, transporting you to a bygone era. A must-have for history enthusiasts and collectors alike.
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Photo Prints - Step back in time with our Photographic Print of 'The Turning of the First Sod of the Imperial British East Africa Company's Railway.' This image, sourced from Heritage Images, depicts an historic moment in 1890 as Sir Sitlington Prendergast turns the first sod for the extension of the railway from Port Reitz, Mombasa, to Kavirondo on Lake Nyanza. Bring the rich history of the British East Africa Company to your home or office with this beautifully printed photograph, an addition to any collection. Note: Size not specified.
Greetings Cards - Step back in time with our selection of historical greetings cards. This card features an iconic image from the annals of imperial history: The Turning of the First Sod of the Imperial British East Africa Company's Railway. Witness the momentous occasion as Sir Gerald Portal, the High Commissioner of Zanzibar, performs the ceremonial groundbreaking for the extension of the railway from Port Reitz, Mombasa to Kavirondo on Lake Nyanza, 1890. Add a touch of history and nostalgia to your correspondence with this greetings card.
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Canvas Prints - Step back in time with our Canvas Print featuring the historic moment of "The Turning of the First Sod" of the Imperial British East Africa Company's Railway. This image, sourced from Heritage Images, depicts an unknown creator's rendition of the event, which took place in 1890, extending from Port Reitz, Mombasa, to Kavirondo on Lake Nyanza. Add a touch of history and elegance to your home or office with this stunning, canvas print.
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Modern 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.3cm x 24.4cm (7.2" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31cm x 36cm (12.2" x 14.2")
