Alexandria Collection

Alexandria Library
Scholars examine the scrolls of the library of Alexandria, the greatest collection of the ancient world, burnt in 47 and finally destroyed by Moslem general Amrou 22 December 640

The Burning of the Library of Alexandria, 1876. Artist: Anonymous
The Burning of the Library of Alexandria, 1876. Private Collection

A New Map of the Roman Empire, from A Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World, pub
BAL42841 A New Map of the Roman Empire, from A Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World, pub. by Bassett & Chiswell, 1676 (hand coloured plate engraving) by Speed

The Royal Family of Great Britain 1897 (the year of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee). 1897

City map of Alexandria, Egypt, lithograph, published in 1897
City map of Alexandria, Egypt. Lithograph, published in 1897

WW2 - NaFI presents ENSA Production at Alexandria, Egypt
WW2 - A playbill for a production of The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde produced by N.A.A.F.I (Navy, Army and Air Force Institutes)

Washington DC during the Civil War
Map of the Washington DC vicinity at the outset of the Civil War. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century-illustration

Laconia
1st April 1923: The Cunard ship Laconia at the dockside, Alexandria. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Victoria College, Alexandria - Quadrangle
A view through the arcading of the Quadrangle at Victoria College, Alexandria, Egypt

Library of Alexandria
Ptolemy I Soter inaugurates the great library at Alexandria Date: circa 370 BC

Egypt / Alexandria
bird s-eye view of the harbour

Birds eye view of Alexandria, Va

The skyline and habour of Alexandria, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Sherif Pasha Street in Alexandria, Egypt
Bustling street life at Sherif Pasha Street in Alexandria, Egypt. Date: circa 1910s

Salvago Greek College, Shatby, Alexandria, Egypt
Salvago Greek College/School in Shatby/Chatby Alexandria, Egypt - photograph taken (very) shortly after the conclusion of construction

PSCI2A-00073
Greek astronomer Hipparchus mapping the stars over Alexandria, ancient Egypt. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Pharos, the lighthouse of ancient Alexandria
Harbor and lighthouse of ancient Alexandria, a great center of Hellenistic culture and trade. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Promotional card for the Oriental Carpet Manufacturers Ltd - Turkish Company with head office at Smyrna (Izmir), Turkey and branches in London, Paris, Constantinople (Istanbul), New York, Cairo

The Gloucestershire Regiment. Back-to-Back at Alexandria, 1801, (1939). British forces fighting back-to-back against the French at the Battle of Alexandria in Egypt, 21 March 1801

Crossman House Hotel, Alexandria Bay, New York State, USA
Crossman House Hotel, Alexandria Bay (Thousand Islands), New York State, USA. With a steamer on the left. circa 1925

The lighthouse at Alexandria, Egypt. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages. 1798

General view on Alexandria, Egypt, with the Ras el-Tin Palace, built between 1837 and 1847, in the centre and the Mediterranean Sea in the background. Date: 1910s

Panoramic map of Mediterranean by G. H. Davis
A new centre of world alarm during the Second World War: a panoramic map of the Mediterranean, showing the principal bases

Short S23 Empire Flying Boat G-ADDY Cassiopeia at Southam
Short S23 Empire Flying Boat, G-ADDY, Cassiopeia, at Southampton prior to flying to Alexandria. January 1937. Date: 1937

PTOLEMY (2nd CENTURY A. D. ). Alexandrian astronomer, mathematician and geographer: colored line engraving, French
PTOLEMY (2nd CENTURY A.D.). Alexandrian astronomer, mathematician and geographer: colored line engraving, French, 1584

Victoria College, Alexandria - Chemistry Laboratory
Part of the Chemistry Laboratory at the Victoria College, Alexandria, Egypt

Hipparchus / Figuier
HIPPARCHUS/ASTRONOMER Greek astronomer who flourished 146 - 127 BC

Alexandria Observatory
Alexandria observatory : an astronomer using a pre- telescopic sighting instrument

Claude Ptolemy (ca. 100 - ca. 170), Greek scholar and astronomer
XEE4403713 Claude Ptolemy (ca. 100 - ca. 170), Greek scholar and astronomer, in the Alexandria Observatory (Egypt). Barcelona 1877

The Battle of the Nile (oil on canvas)
AGN270261 The Battle of the Nile (oil on canvas) by Daniell, William (1769-1837); 68.5x107 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of the Nile, or Battle of Aboukir Bay, 1st August)

Triptych of the Virgin Mary, tempera on panel, c. 1400 to 1430. In the central panel the Virgin and Child among musical angels and in the side tables saints Catherine and Eulalia

Landing Troops at the Khedives Palace at Alexandria after the Bombardment, 1882, (c1882-1885)
Landing Troops at the Khedives Palace at Alexandria after the Bombardment, 1882, (c1882-85). Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Abercrombie In Egypt, 1801 (c1850s). Sir Ralph Abercromby (1734-1801) died in battle against the French near Alexandria in Egypt

HMS Delhi, British cruiser, Alexandria, WW2
HMS Delhi (D47), British Danae class cruiser, seen here at anchor in Alexandria, as Admiral Cunninghams flagship. Date: 1940

Alexandria Bombarded
Alexandria bombarded When Arabi Pasha rebels against the benevolent British rule, the English fleet under Beresford bombard the town for 10 hours before occupying it

The Lighthouse On Pharos Island, Alexandria, Egypt, After A Fanciful 19Th Century Illustration. It Was One Of The Seven Wonders Of The Ancient World

Saint Catherine of Alexandria, also known as Saint Catherine of the Wheel and The Great Martyr Saint Catherine (c282 - c305). Date: 4th century

Pharos lighthouse, Ptolemaic Egypt
Pharos lighthouse. Historical artwork showing what the Pharos lighthouse at Alexandria, Egypt, in the third century BC, might have looked like

Pakistan - Town of Malir
Malir, Pakistan. Once famous for its excellent fruit and vegetables. Has now been turned over to middle class housing since there was a shortage of ground water for the crops

Waterfront and Sharia 26th July, Alexandria, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Athanasius with Book
ST ATHANASIUS Patriarch of Alexandria, depicted in the act of writing his Creed, though in fact he didn t write it though it reflected his views

Do You Know: Which is the only regiment to wear two cap badges? (colour litho)
8668142 Do You Know: Which is the only regiment to wear two cap badges? (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Harbour of Alexandria, c.1910 (b/w photo)
7292887 Harbour of Alexandria, c.1910 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Geography. Egypt. The harbour of Alexandria. Photo, Egypt, ca 1910.); Photo: © Archives Charmet.

Engraving depicting an artist's impression of Hipparchus working in the observatory at Alexandria
5308538 Engraving depicting an artist's impression of Hipparchus working in the observatory at Alexandria; (add.info)

The great lighthouse of Alexandria
5307255 The great lighthouse of Alexandria.; (add.info.: 18th century representation of the great lighthouse of Alexandria which was built in 280 BC on the Island of Pharos)

French 19th century. illustration. showing Saint Catherine
5306356 French 19th century. illustration. showing Saint Catherine; Universal History Archive/UIG.

USA History: US federal troops surprised by secessionists on the Alexandria - Virginia railroad
5313511 USA History: US federal troops surprised by secessionists on the Alexandria - Virginia railroad.; SeM Studio/UIG.

Alexandria, galley of Hiero II, Tyrant of Syracuse (engraving)
8635765 Alexandria, galley of Hiero II, Tyrant of Syracuse (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexandria, galley of Hiero II, Tyrant of Syracuse)

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"Exploring the Enigmatic Alexandria: A Tapestry of History, Culture, and Resilience" Step into the rich tapestry - a city that has witnessed both triumphs and tragedies throughout its storied past. From the haunting image of "The Burning of the Library of Alexandria" in 1876 to the grandeur of the iconic Alexandria Library, this city holds secrets within its ancient walls. As you navigate through time with a lithograph map from 1897, envision yourself amidst The Royal Family of Great Britain in their regal splendor during that same era. And let us not forget how World War II left its mark on this resilient city as NaFI presents an ENSA Production at Alexandria, Egypt. Delve deeper into history as you explore "A New Map of the Roman Empire, " tracing back to when Alexandria was a thriving hub within one of history's greatest civilizations. Marvel at Victoria College's majestic Quadrangle and feel inspired by knowledge seekers who once walked these hallowed halls. Venturing beyond borders, we find ourselves transported to Laconia – a place where echoes from ancient Greece resonate through time. Meanwhile, across continents lies Washington DC during the Civil War; yet even here, we can draw parallels between two cities steeped in historical significance. But it is within Egypt's embrace that true essence lies – behold the bustling corniche where traffic builds up along its shores. Feel alive amidst vibrant streets teeming with life and culture while cherishing every moment spent exploring this captivating metropolis. Alexandria beckons us to unravel its mysteries; it invites us to immerse ourselves in tales woven by countless generations before us. So come forth and discover for yourself why this enchanting city continues to captivate hearts around the world – forever preserving its legacy as an eternal beacon shining brightly through time.