Ismailia Collection

RAF Fayid, Egypt - The Shopping Centre
The Shopping Centre at RAF Fayid (LG-211), a former military airfield in Egypt, approximately 14 miles south of Ismailia (Al Isma`iliyah) and 72 miles northeast of Cairo. Date: circa 1920s

Avenue Poirpre, Ismailia, Egypt, c1900

Ismailia, Egypt - The Main Street. Date: 1918

British troops disembarking at Ismailia during the Anglo Egyptian War in 1882

Troops disembarking at Ismailia Egypt during the Anglo-Egyptian War in 1882

Office of Suez Canal Company, Ismailia, Egypt

The War in the East (engraving)
1059676 The War in the East (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the East)

The War in Egypt, Occupation of Ismailia by British Troops, the Guards marching in, 1882 (engraving)
1622023 The War in Egypt, Occupation of Ismailia by British Troops, the Guards marching in, 1882 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Egypt)

Our Wounded in Egypt (engraving)
1061350 Our Wounded in Egypt (engraving) by Villiers, Frederic (1851-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Wounded in Egypt, a Life Guardsman in Hospital at Ismailia)

The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal, Ismailia and the Fresh-Water Canal (engraving)
1103898 The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal, Ismailia and the Fresh-Water Canal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal)

Vintage 19th century photograph: pier at Ismailia, steam launch and ships in the harbour, Egypt

Ismailia, on the Suez Canal (coloured engraving)
6028888 Ismailia, on the Suez Canal (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ismailia, on the Suez Canal)

Ismailia, New Military Railroad from the Landing-Stage to the Railway-Station (engraving)
1061099 Ismailia, New Military Railroad from the Landing-Stage to the Railway-Station (engraving) by Johnson, Herbert (1848-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ismailia)

The War in Egypt (engraving)
1061083 The War in Egypt (engraving) by Johnson, Herbert (1848-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Egypt. Illustration for The Graphic)

Opening of the Suez Canal, Festival at Ismailia (engraving)
1104403 Opening of the Suez Canal, Festival at Ismailia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the Suez Canal, Festival at Ismailia)

Fetes of the Viceroy of Egypt, Regatta at Ismailia, on Lake Timsah (engraving)
1103817 Fetes of the Viceroy of Egypt, Regatta at Ismailia, on Lake Timsah (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fetes of the Viceroy of Egypt)

The Recent Campaign in Egypt (engraving)
1061133 The Recent Campaign in Egypt (engraving) by Johnson, Herbert (1848-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Recent Campaign in Egypt)

Ferdinand de Lesseps residence in Ismailia, developer of the Suez Canal, Egypt (b / w photo)
6033731 Ferdinand de Lesseps residence in Ismailia, developer of the Suez Canal, Egypt (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The War in Egypt, the Orient Steam-Ship, with Scots Guards, at Port Said, entering the Suez Canal for Ismailia
1622284 The War in Egypt, the Orient Steam-Ship, with Scots Guards, at Port Said, entering the Suez Canal for Ismailia (engraving) by English School

Plan of the Town and Inland Port of Ismailia (engraving)
1103899 Plan of the Town and Inland Port of Ismailia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of the Town and Inland Port of Ismailia)

The War in Egypt, Engines from Alexandria passing up the Suez Canal to Ismailia (engraving)
1061096 The War in Egypt, Engines from Alexandria passing up the Suez Canal to Ismailia (engraving) by Wyllie, Charles William (1853-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Egypt)

The War in Egypt, from Ismailia to the Front by Train (engraving)
1061089 The War in Egypt, from Ismailia to the Front by Train (engraving) by Johnson, Herbert (1848-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Egypt, from Ismailia to the Front by Train)

On the Way to India, the Journey of the Prince of Wales (engraving)
1049418 On the Way to India, the Journey of the Prince of Wales (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Way to India, the Journey of the Prince of Wales)

The War in Egypt, Views on the Suez Canal (engraving)
1061339 The War in Egypt, Views on the Suez Canal (engraving) by Wyllie, Charles William (1853-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Egypt, Views on the Suez Canal)

Visit of Lord Clarence Paget to the Suez Canal, on the Road to Ismailia (engraving)
1610943 Visit of Lord Clarence Paget to the Suez Canal, on the Road to Ismailia (engraving) by Robinson, Charles (1840-81); Private Collection; (add.info)

Opening of the Suez Canal, the Empress of the French at Ismailia (engraving)
1104391 Opening of the Suez Canal, the Empress of the French at Ismailia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the Suez Canal)

Lake Timsah, Ismailia, Egypt (colour photo)
3093910 Lake Timsah, Ismailia, Egypt (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lake Timsah, Ismailia, Egypt)

A "Cafe Chantant"at Ismailia (engraving)
1049433 A " Cafe Chantant" at Ismailia (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: A " Cafe Chantant" at Ismailia)

The War in Egypt (engraving)
1061103 The War in Egypt (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Egypt)

The War in Egypt, Marines landing from the "Rhosina"in a Lighter at Ismailia (engraving)
1061058 The War in Egypt, Marines landing from the " Rhosina" in a Lighter at Ismailia (engraving) by Atkins, William Edward (1842-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Egypt)

Ismailia - Office of the Suez Canal Co. c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Ismailia - Office of the Suez Canal Co. c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Ismailia - The Canal, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Ismailia - The Canal, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Ismailia - Lac Timsah, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Ismailia - Lac Timsah, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Ismailia - The flood-gate downwards, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Ismailia - The flood-gate downwards, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Ismailia, c1882. Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]

On the Ismailia Canal, near Tel-El-Kebir, c1880, (1904). Artist: Robert George Talbot Kelly
On the Ismailia Canal, near Tel-El-Kebir, c1880, (1904). From Egypt, by R. Talbot Kelly. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1904]

Map of the Suez Canal, Egypt
Map of the Suez Canal in Egypt showing the water way from the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea which was constructed in the 19th century by the Suez Canal Company founded by Ferdinand de Lesseps

House of Ferdinand de Lesseps in Ismailia, Egypt
House of Ferdinand de Lesseps (left) with carriage in front of the gate in Ismailia, a city in north-eastern Egypt. De Lesseps was the creator of the Suez Canal Company which constructed

View on Ismailia, Egypt
General view on Ismailia, a city in north-eastern Egypt, named after the third Khedive of Egypt Isma il Pasha. Date: circa 1900

Isma lia Sphinx Basalt museum grounds 1934 Egypt
Isma lia. The Sphinx (Basalt) in museum grounds. 1934, Egypt, Ismailia

Isma lia Reed flags Public Gardens 1934 Egypt
Isma lia. Reed flags in the Public Gardens. 1934, Egypt, Ismailia

Isma lia Dredgers etc canal bank 1934 Egypt Ismailia
Isma lia. Dredgers etc. along the canal bank. 1934, Egypt, Ismailia

Isma lia canal dredger lookings towards war
Isma lia. The canal, showing the dredger (looking S. towards war monument). 1934, Egypt, Ismailia

Egypt Isma lia canal looking northward hospital building
Egypt. Isma lia. The canal, looking northward showing hospital building on W. bank. 1934, Ismailia

Ismailia Ship passing canal monument terrace
Ismailia. Ship passing through the canal. Taken from monument terrace, closer. 1934, Egypt, Ismailia

Egypt Ismailia lake 1934
Egypt. Ismailia. The lake. 1934, Egypt, Ismailia

Egypt Ismailia Lake canal terrace monument 1934
Egypt. Ismailia. Lake and canal from terrace of monument. 1934, Egypt, Ismailia

Egypt Ismailia War Monument south Ismailia Lake
Egypt. Ismailia. The War Monument south of Ismailia Lake. Entrance. 1934, Egypt, Ismailia

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British troops disembarking at Ismailia during a pivotal moment in history, as the Suez Canal became a strategic lifeline. The bustling town of Ismailia, Egypt served as a gateway to this vital waterway, witnessing troops disembarking and embarking on their journeys. The Office of Suez Canal Company stood tall, overseeing the operations that connected continents and facilitated global trade. RAF Fayid added another dimension to Ismailia's landscape with its vibrant Shopping Centre, where servicemen found solace amidst wartime chaos. A map of the Suez Canal adorned walls, reminding all who passed by of its significance in shaping world affairs. The House of Ferdinand de Lesseps held an air of grandeur within Ismailia's streets; it was here that dreams were conceived and plans for the canal materialized. As World War II raged on, Vickers Wellesley Bombers soared through Ismailia's skies, leaving trails of hope and determination behind. Walking along the Main Street brought life into focus - locals going about their daily routines amidst historical events unfolding around them. Avenue Poirpre captured moments frozen in time from c1900; horse-drawn carriages traversed its path while residents strolled leisurely under shady trees. The Office of the Suez Canal Company remained steadfast throughout turbulent times – a symbol of resilience against adversity. Gazing upon panoramic views offered by Ismailia revealed a tapestry woven with stories from different corners of the globe converging at this crossroads between East and West. Hotel Victoria welcomed weary travelers seeking respite from their arduous journeys or curious adventurers eager to explore this enchanting land further. In every corner lay traces left by those who had come before – tales waiting to be discovered. Ismailia stands as more than just a name on maps; it embodies history etched deep into its foundations.