Rhodes Collection

Mappa Mundi, c. 1290 (vellum)
BAL62567 Mappa Mundi, c.1290 (vellum) by Richard of Haldingham (Richard de Bello) (fl.c.1260-1305); Hereford Cathedral, Herefordshire, UK; English, out of copyright

Ancient Greece and its colonies around the Aegean
Map of the Aegean Sea in the time of ancient Greece. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Ancient Greek empire
Map of ancient Greece and its colonies. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illlustration

Cecil Rhodes
CECIL RHODES Statesman, financier, imperialist. Caricatured as a colossus bestriding Africa

Poster advertising Aegean cruises around the Greek islands, including Skiathos, Delos, Skyros, Milos and Mykonos

Greece, Rhodes, Lindos Acropolis and Megali Paralia Beach

Group photo, Millwall Athletic football team
Millwall Athletic football team for the 1895-1896 season, including Chairman, Treasurer, Secretary and Trainer, as well as the players themselves. circa 1895

CECIL JOHN RHODES (1853-1902). English administrator and financier in South Africa. Photographed c1895

The Yorkshire County Cricket Team, 1912
Photograph showing 13 members of the Yorkshire County Cricket team for the 1912 season. Yorkshire were winners of the County Championship that year. Top row, left to right: Sir A.W

Acropolis overlooking bay, Lindos, Rhodes, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

M. R. JAMES
MONTAGUE RHODES JAMES Biblical scholar, and author of arguably the finest ghost stories ever written

St Pauls Bay
A lookout point over Saint Pauls Bay overs a fantastic view of the bay and the Lindos acropolis. The citadel was fortified successively by the Greeks, the Romans, the Byzantines

Lindos Charm
A lookout point over Saint Pauls Bay overs a fantastic view of the bay and the Lindos acropolis

Kruger & Chamberlain
Joseph Chamberlain in dire straits during talks with Paul Kruger of South Africa - Checkmate

Lindos, Rhodes, Greece, Europe

Cover design, Aero Espresso Italiana timetable, with scenes of Rhodes and Athens. Serving Brindisi, Athens, Rhodes and Istanbul. 1932

Cecil Rhodes / Davie / Hero
CECIL RHODES Statesman, entrepreneur and imperialist in South Africa, making peace with the Matabele, 1896

Hypocratus Square, Rhodes Town, Rhodes, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

The Right Hon. Cecil J. Rhodes
Rhodes was a diamond and gold mining entrepreneur and worked for the De Beers Mining Company. He was born on the 5th July 1853 and died March 26th 1902

The Rhodes Colossus, 1892 Artist: Edward Linley Sambourne
The Rhodes Colossus, 1892. Cecil Rhodes (1853-1902), English-born South African businessman and statesman, shown striding across Africa from Cape Town to Cairo with a telegraph wire

Main Street, Bulawayo, Rhodesia (Zimbabwe)
Main Street, Bulawayo, Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), with the Cecil Rhodes Memorial in the distance on the left. Date: circa 1920

Rhodes Town, Rhodes, Greece

View over the colourful harbour, Gialos (Yialos), Symi (Simi), Rhodes, Dodecanese Islands, South Aegean, Greece, Europe

View over beach and castle, Lindos, Rhodes Island, Dodecanese Islands, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Acropolis, Lindos, Rhodes, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Mandraki Harbour, Rhodes City, Rhodes, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Colossus of Rhodes statue
Colossus of Rhodes. Historical artwork showing the vast bronze statue of the Greek sun god Helios (later identified with Apollo, the god of light), at the entrance of the harbour at Rhodes

Citadel and acropolis of Lindos, Rhodes, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Detail of fountain, Rhodes Old Town, Rhodes, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Yorkshire, The Champion County Cricket Team 1919
The champion county cricket team of the 1919 season. Date: 1919

Medieval Architecture, Rhodes Town, Rhodes, Greece

Inns at dusk, Street of the Knights, blue hour, Medieval Old Rhodes Town, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Rhodes, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

View over the picturesque waterfront, Gialos (Yialos), Symi (Simi), Rhodes, Dodecanese Islands, South Aegean, Greece, Europe

GREECE-Dodecanese Islands-RHODES-Kolymbia: Morning View of Tsambika Bay from the
GREECE, Dodecanese Islands, RHODES, Kolymbia: Morning View of Tsambika Bay from the Moni Tsambikas Hillside Monastery

View of sailboats in the bay, Lindos and Lindos Acropolis from elevated position, Lindos, Rhodes, Dodecanese Island Group, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Agios Nikolaos Lighthouse & entrance to Mandraki Harbour, Rhodes Town, Rhodes, Greece

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

Yard in the Palace of the Grand Master, the Medieval Old Town of the City of Rhodes, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Rhodes, Dodecanese Islands, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

WW1 / 1915 / AIR / COURTRAI
Rhodes-Moorhouse bombs the railway at Courtrai, wins the Victoria Cross but dies of his wounds. Date: 26 April 1915

GREECE, Dodecanese Islands, RHODES, Lindos: Lindos Harbor, Beach View with Acropolis of Lindos / Late Afternoon

Cecil Rhodes / Menpes 1900
CECIL RHODES Statesman, entrepreneur and imperialist in South Africa, on horseback at his home at Grote Schuur, 1900

Jonty Rhodes - South African cricketer Date: 1980s - 1990s

Austin - Healey Sprite, Hawkins - Rhodes 1965, Le Mans 24 hour race. Creator: Unknown
Austin - Healey Sprite, Hawkins - Rhodes 1965, Le Mans 24 hour race

The Colossus of Rhodes. Artist: Witdoeck, Petrus Josephus (1803-1840)
The Colossus of Rhodes. Private Collection

Haraki Bay
A castle is reflected in the waters of Haraki Bay. The castle is all that remains of the last stronghold that the Knights of Saint John held on to before been driven off by the Ottoman Turks

Ruins of ancient Kameiros, Kalavarda, Rhodes, Dodecanese Islands, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Family of five on a motorcycle in Rhodes, Greece
A family of five on a Zundapp motorcycle in Rhodes, Greece

The old Agios Nikolaos fortress and lighthouse in Mandraki Harbour with deer statue in foreground, Rhodes Town, Rhodes, Dodecanese Islands, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

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"Exploring the Rich Legacy of Rhodes: From Ancient Greece to Modern Wonders" Rhodes, a name that resonates with history and beauty, takes us on a captivating journey through time. Steeped in ancient Greek mythology and once part of its vast empire, this enchanting island has witnessed the rise and fall of civilizations. In Ancient Greece and its colonies around the Aegean, Rhodes stood as a beacon of knowledge and culture. Its renowned Colossus statue symbolized their grandeur while welcoming travelers from afar. As we delve into history, Cecil Rhodes emerges as an influential figure who left his mark on Africa but bears no connection to this magnificent place. The Mappa Mundi from 1290 reveals how Rhodes was intricately woven into medieval cartography, showcasing its strategic location amidst trade routes. Fast forward to modern times; posters advertising Aegean cruises lure wanderers seeking sun-kissed shores and tales of antiquity. Beyond maritime adventures lies another facet - sports. The Yorkshire County Cricket Team's visit in 1912 exemplifies how even sporting events became intertwined with Rhodes' allure. Millwall Athletic football team's group photo adds another layer to this diverse tapestry. Today, visitors flock to marvel at Lindos Acropolis overlooking Megali Paralia Beach – an awe-inspiring sight where ancient ruins meet pristine sands. Hypocratus Square in bustling Rhodes Town beckons explorers with its vibrant atmosphere filled with shops offering treasures from all corners of the world. As we ascend towards Lindos' Acropolis perched above the bay, our spirits soar alongside breathtaking views that have captivated countless souls throughout centuries past. St Pauls Bay whispers stories of apostolic journeys while Lindos Charm enchants visitors with quaint streets lined by whitewashed houses adorned by bougainvillea blooms. Rhodes is not merely an island; it is a testament to human resilience, creativity, and endurance.