Embarkation Collection (page 9)

Embarkation of Troops at Gravesend, for Foreign Service: Preparing to Embark. Uk, 1846

The Embarkation of the Prince of Wales at the Queens Wharf, St. Johns, Newfoundland
The Embarkation of the Prince of Wales at the Queens Wharf, St. John s, Newfoundland, 1860 Engraving

On the Way to Paray-Le-Monial, France: Embarkation at Newhaven, 1873 Engraving

Spain, 16th - 17th c. Overseas Trade between Spain and the american colonies. Loading of goods at a harbor

King Amadeo I of Savoy
Embarkation of King Amadeo I of Savoy (1845-1890), for Spain at La Spezia harbour. Luis Alvarez Catala (1836-1901). Oil on Canvas. Date: 1873

Washington: Farewell, 1783
WASHINGTON: FAREWELL, 1783. George Washington taking leave of his officers, and embarking on a ship at Whitehall, New York City, 1783. Wood engraving, 19th century

MARACAIBO DWELLING. Natives embarking from a palafito dwelling at Lake Maracaibo. Line engraving, 19th century

FLEET OF HENRY V, 1415. The fleet of King Henry V setting sail for France from Southampton, England, 11 August 1415. Wood engraving, late 19th century

CANADA: ACADIAN, 1755. The expulsion of the French settlers of Acadia by the British in 1755. Wood engraving, 19th century

IRISH IMMIGRANTS SHIP, 1850. The Irish immigrants aboard ship to America in the mid-19th century. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1850

Thessaloniki - Greece - The Harbour Date: circa 1910s

South Africa - Transfer by basket at East London
South Africa - Passengers transferred by basket from the Mail Steamer at East London Date: circa 1910s

The embarkation of the Pilgrims

Yorktown, Va. Embarkation for White House Landing, Va. Photograph from the main eastern theater of war, the Peninsular Campaign, May-August 1862. Date 1862 May

Romania - Floods at Galati, the capital of Galai County. The largest seaport on the Danube, the waterfront was prone to flooding, as shown here

Genoa, Italy - The Maritme Station Date: circa 1920s

Port, Naples, Italy Date: circa 1908

Disembarking from a ship - Mollendo, Peru. Crew members from arriving ships were lifted from their boat via a crane, the Pacific swell being too great for normal landings! circa 1930s

Saint-Cloud, Paris, France - Ferry Station Date: circa 1910

Algeria - Quays and Custom House
Port and quayside at Algiers, looking toward the distinctive Consulate Palace. Note the French flag flying above the Customs Building (and the Palace). Date: circa 1910s

Izmir, Turkey - Activity on the quayside
Busy activity at the port of Smyrne (Smyrna, modern Izmir), Turkey Date: 1905

Tunisia - Embarkation of Phoshates at Tunis
The loading of ships with Phosphates using a complex mechanical lift and harbour transport at Tunis, Tunisia

D-Day - Emabarkation for US assault troops
Embarkation for US assault troops, about to set sail for the invasion of France. D-Day began on June 6th, 1944 at 6:30am and was conducted in two assault phases - the air assault landing of allied

The Embarkation Quay - Sirkeci
The embarkation quay at Sirkeci. Today, a big ferry terminus with the Sirkeci railway station, the last stop for trains from Europe to Istanbul

Almeria, Spain - Embarkation of Eggs in barrels for export

Island of Samos - Turkish Troops evacuating
Island of Samos - Turkish troops called to evacuate island after the Revolution of September 1912 - the infantry is seen boarding Samos sailing vessels

Admiral Jellicoes farewell to Lord Kitchener
A photograph of Admiral John Rushworth Jellicoe (1859-1935) bidding farewell to Field-Marshal Horatio Herbert Kitchener (1850-1916) before his embarkation aboard the H.M.S

Embarkation of an Emigrant Ship, Liverpool, 1850
Engraving showing a bustling dock yard scene as emigrants, with trunks and boxes, line up to board their ship at Waterloo Docks, Liverpool, 1850

The Civil War in America. Embarkation of a portion of the ar
General McClellan massing his troops at Alexandria near Washington, for the Peninsula campaign

American Civil war. Embarkation at Woolwich
Embarkation at Woolwich of the E Battery fourth brigade of the Royal Field Artillery on board the Melbourne for Canada. British troops en route for Canada to protect the Canadian border

On board the luxury liner, L Atlantique, the central stree
On board the French luxury liner, L Atlantique. A unusual feature at the time, the central street of shops, over 150 meters long, with the spacious embarkation hall

Garda Embarkation
Garibaldis men embark on lake Garda, prior to attacking the Austrians in the Italian Tyrol

Aerial Landing Platforms
To cater for tomorrows massive passenger liners, aerial platforms for embarkation and disembarkation will have to be constructed

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Embarkation has been a pivotal aspect of human history, symbolizing journeys and new beginnings. From the small boats used in the Dunkirk evacuation during World War II to the landing jetty in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, these scenes depict moments of departure and anticipation. In Claude Lorrain's painting "The Embarkation of the Queen of Sheba, " created around 1648 but reminiscent of ancient times, we witness regal figures boarding their vessels with grandeur and grace. Similarly, Henry VIII's embarkation at Dover in 1540 showcases the power and opulence associated with royal departures. Traveling across continents, we find ourselves at the ferry port in Prinkipo - Constantinople, Turkey. This bustling hub witnessed countless embarkations as people embarked on voyages to various destinations. Meanwhile, Casablanca's maritime station served as a gateway for adventurers venturing into unknown territories. J. Ephraim's artwork from the late 19th century captures an era where embarkation was not limited to royalty or explorers; it became part of everyday life for many individuals seeking new opportunities or reuniting with loved ones. "The Embarkation Of The Black Watch To Fontenoy" immortalizes a significant military event while highlighting how embarkations were not always joyous occasions but rather marked by duty and sacrifice. Looking back further in time, Christopher Columbus' historic voyage is depicted through his embarkation at Palos de la Frontera. This momentous event forever altered world history by opening up new horizons and connecting distant lands. Even centuries before Columbus set sail, ships like the 14th-century galley engraved by Serra showcased technological advancements that enabled exploration beyond familiar shores. These vessels played crucial roles in conquests such as King James I of Aragon's triumph over Majorca during medieval times.