Souakim Collection

A Night Alarm at Souakim (engraving)
1622595 A Night Alarm at Souakim (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Night Alarm at Souakim)

The War in the Soudan (engraving)
1622371 The War in the Soudan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 2 February 1884)

The War in the Soudan, Destruction of Transport near Souakim (engraving)
1591068 The War in the Soudan, Destruction of Transport near Souakim (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

Souakim, Vue Generale (colour photo)
2817293 Souakim, Vue Generale (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Souakim, Vue Generale)

Fight between Egyptian Troops and Arabs outside Souakim (engraving)
1622642 Fight between Egyptian Troops and Arabs outside Souakim (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The War in the Soudan, Arab Sheikh and his Followers visiting Baker Pasha in Camp at Souakim (engraving)
1622636 The War in the Soudan, Arab Sheikh and his Followers visiting Baker Pasha in Camp at Souakim (engraving) by Woodville

The War in the Soudan (engraving)
1622632 The War in the Soudan (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 22 March 1884)

The War in the Soudan, the Naval Brigade marching through the Bazaar at Souakim (engraving)
1622444 The War in the Soudan, the Naval Brigade marching through the Bazaar at Souakim (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

The War in the Soudan, Arrival of the 10th Hussars at Souakim, Baker Pashas Visit to his Old Regiment (litho)
1622442 The War in the Soudan, Arrival of the 10th Hussars at Souakim, Baker Pashas Visit to his Old Regiment (litho) by Prior

Map of the Eastern Soudan, showing the Route from Souakim to Berber (engraving)
1590963 Map of the Eastern Soudan, showing the Route from Souakim to Berber (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of the Eastern Soudan)

The War in the Soudan, Australian (New South Wales) Infantry marching into Camp at Souakim (engraving)
1591066 The War in the Soudan, Australian (New South Wales) Infantry marching into Camp at Souakim (engraving) by Paget, Sidney (1860-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

The War in the Soudan, a Night Attack on the Camp at Souakim (engraving)
1591208 The War in the Soudan, a Night Attack on the Camp at Souakim (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

The War in the Soudan, Admiral Sir W Hewett going his Rounds at Souakim (engraving)
1622429 The War in the Soudan, Admiral Sir W Hewett going his Rounds at Souakim (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

The War in the Soudan, Head-Quarters Camp, outside Souakim, Prisoners at Work cleaning the Camp (engraving)
1622360 The War in the Soudan, Head-Quarters Camp, outside Souakim, Prisoners at Work cleaning the Camp (engraving) by English School

The War in the Soudan, Capture of Three Hundred Camels by Major-General Sartorius in a Reconnaissance from Souakim
1622354 The War in the Soudan, Capture of Three Hundred Camels by Major-General Sartorius in a Reconnaissance from Souakim (engraving) by Schonberg

En Route to Souakim (engraving)
1622339 En Route to Souakim (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: En Route to Souakim. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 January 1884)

Sketches of the Sudan (engraving)
1622314 Sketches of the Sudan (engraving) by Schonberg, Johann Nepomuk (1780-1863) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of the Sudan)

Souakim, Le Bazar Arabe (colour photo)
2817295 Souakim, Le Bazar Arabe (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Souakim, Le Bazar Arabe)

The War in the Soudan, Zereba and Advanced Redoubt near Souakim (engraving)
1591015 The War in the Soudan, Zereba and Advanced Redoubt near Souakim (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

The War in the Soudan, making Clothing at Pimlico for the Troops going to Souakim (engraving)
1590982 The War in the Soudan, making Clothing at Pimlico for the Troops going to Souakim (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

The War in the Soudan, the Fight at Hasheen, near Souakim, 20 March, the 5th Lancers charging on the Flank of Osman
1591206 The War in the Soudan, the Fight at Hasheen, near Souakim, 20 March, the 5th Lancers charging on the Flank of Osman Dignas Attack (engraving) by Woodville

Tent-Pegging Extraordinary at Souakim (engraving)
1591156 Tent-Pegging Extraordinary at Souakim (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tent-Pegging Extraordinary at Souakim)

The War in the Soudan (engraving)
1591051 The War in the Soudan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 April 1885)

The War in the Soudan, Black Troops leaving Massowah to join the Forces at Souakim (engraving)
1622387 The War in the Soudan, Black Troops leaving Massowah to join the Forces at Souakim (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Situation at Souakim, HMS Albacore shelling Osman Dignas Forces by the Electric Light (engraving)
1622676 The Situation at Souakim, HMS Albacore shelling Osman Dignas Forces by the Electric Light (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Soudan Expedition, the Defeat of Egyptian Reinforcements by the Rebels in a Mountain Defile near Souakim
1044716 The Soudan Expedition, the Defeat of Egyptian Reinforcements by the Rebels in a Mountain Defile near Souakim, 18 October (engraving) by Nash

The War in the Soudan, Repulse of a Night Attack of the Enemy in a "Sereeba, "formed of Mimosa Bushes
1622416 The War in the Soudan, Repulse of a Night Attack of the Enemy in a " Sereeba, " formed of Mimosa Bushes, Eight Miles from Souakim (engraving) by Prior

The War in the Soudan, Fort Euryalus, Souakim, Ready for the Enemy (engraving)
1622434 The War in the Soudan, Fort Euryalus, Souakim, Ready for the Enemy (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan, Fort Euryalus)

The War in the Soudan, Reception of the Holy Sheikh, Syud Osman El Maghrani, by Baker Pasha at Souakim (engraving)
1622383 The War in the Soudan, Reception of the Holy Sheikh, Syud Osman El Maghrani, by Baker Pasha at Souakim (engraving) by English School

Sketches from Souakim (engraving)
1591148 Sketches from Souakim (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches from Souakim. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 20 June 1885)

The War in the Soudan, Disembarkation of the 15th Sikhs at Souakim (engraving)
1591040 The War in the Soudan, Disembarkation of the 15th Sikhs at Souakim (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

Loading a Steamship, Woolwich, 1884
Engraving showing the loading of rails and other materials for the Souakim Railway onto a steamship, at Woolwich, 1884. Stevedores and dockworkers are visible

Shipping material at Woolwich for the Souakim railway in eastern Sudan

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"Souakim: A Glimpse into the Turbulent War in the Soudan" Step back in time and witness the chaos and bravery that unfolded in Souakim during the war in the Soudan. Through engravings, lithographs, and even a color photograph, we are transported to this historic battleground. In "A Night Alarm at Souakim, " fear grips the air as soldiers stand ready for battle, their eyes scanning the darkness for any sign of danger. The engraving captures their determination and resilience amidst uncertainty. "The War in the Soudan" engraving portrays a scene of intense conflict - an unyielding clash between Egyptian troops and Arabs outside Souakim. Both sides fight fiercely, each driven by their own motives and beliefs. Witness destruction unfold with "The War in the Soudan: Destruction of Transport near Souakim. " Chaos reigns as transport vehicles lay shattered, engulfed by flames. It serves as a grim reminder of how war leaves its mark on both people and infrastructure. From a different perspective comes "Souakim, Vue Generale, " offering us a glimpse into everyday life amid turmoil. This vibrant color photo showcases bustling streets filled with locals going about their daily routines despite being surrounded by conflict. "The War in the Soudan: Arab Sheikh and his Followers visiting Baker Pasha" reveals unexpected alliances formed amidst war's chaos. In this engraving, an Arab sheikh pays respects to Baker Pasha within Camp at Souakim – bridging cultural divides when unity is most needed. Marching through adversity comes "The War in the Soudan: Naval Brigade marching through Bazaar at Souakim. " With heads held high, these brave men navigate narrow alleys lined with shops while maintaining unwavering focus on their mission ahead.