Sultan Collection (page 45)

Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey - Investiture
The Investiture ceremony of Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey (1844 - 1918) at the Topkapi Palace. Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1909 until his death in 1918

Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey - Imperial barge
Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey (1844 - 1918) with his sons in an imperial barge returning to the Old Palace, with the more modern barge standing off in distance (see below)

Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey & Ottoman Princes
Celebrating the new Sultan. Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey (1844 - 1918). Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1909 until his death in 1918

Sultan of Zanzibar
Sultan / Khalifa Ibn Kharbu (Full name: Sayyid Sir Khalia II bin Harub Al-Said). Ruled Zanzibar between 1911 and 1960. Built the harbour and the stone town and tar roads on Pemba Island

Visit of German Kaiser to Turkey
The Visit of the German Kaiser Wilhelm II to Turkey for an official state meeting with Sultan Abdul Hamid II (1842 - 1918). They are visiting the German School at Constantinople

Enver Pasha - watercolour cartoon card
I believe it is now my turn!. An original watercolour depicting Enver Pasha (1881-1922), pro-German, pan-Turkist revolutionary

Tombs of Sultans Ahmed I & Murad IV
The Tombs of Sultans Ahmed I and Murad IV

Sultan Mehmed V rides with the Kaiser and Enver Pasha
Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey in a carriage with Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany and Minister for War, Enver Pasha. Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey (1844 - 1918)

Turkey - Visit of ther Kaiser Wilhelm II
The visit of the German Kaiser Wilhelm II (with his wife Augusta Viktoria) to meet with the Turkish Sultan, Abdul Hamid II (1842 - 1918)

Sultan Abdul Mecid I (1823 - 1861). His reign was notable for the rise of nationalist movements within the empires territories

Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey & Balkan leaders
A joyous rustic celebration and an erupting volcano (!) are depicted below the leaders of various Balkan States along with Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey (1844 - 1918)

Sultan Mahmud I
Mahmud I, called the Hunchback (1696 - 1754) was the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1730 to 1754"

Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey & Turkish Fleet
Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey (1844 - 1918) and the Turkish fleet in the Golden Horn. Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1909 until his death in 1918

Morocco, Casablanca - The Sultans Palace
The Sultans Palace at Casablanca in western Morocco, located on the Atlantic Ocean. The capital of the Greater Casablanca region

Izmir (Smyrna), Turkey - Clock Tower
Tower built to commemorate the Jubilee of Sultan Abdulhamid II

Sultan Hussein Kamel / Stamp
SULTAN HUSSEIN KAMEL (1853 - 1917) Sultan of Egypt and Sudan from 1914 to 1917, during British occupation

Sultan Mehmet Reshad V
A portrait of Sultan Mehmet Reshad V and an element of the Ottoman Empire Fleet, the Avnoullah. Originally a German ship, this vessel ran aground on the mud escaping the Greek Fleet

Bursa, Turkey - Mausoleums of Ottoman Sultans
The mausoleums of early Ottoman sultans at Bursa (including Osman and Murat)

Column of Archers - Ok-Meydan
The Ottoman Emperors, with their court, often enjoyed the diversion of Archery in public and there is an extensive piece of ground alloted to that purpose

Ministers of Sultan Mulaye-Youssef - close to Tangiers
The Ministers of Sultan Mulaye-Youssef - in a tent close to Tangiers, Morocco. Sultan Mulaye-Youssef was regional Moroccan ruler and promoter of education in the country

Mahmut Sevket Pasa
Ottoman soldier and statesman who, in 1909, suppressed a religious uprising, forced the subsequent deposition of Sultan Abdlhamid II, and served as grand vizier (chief minister) in 1913

Prince Sehzade mer Hilmi Efendi (1886 - 1935). First child of Sultan Mehmed V by his third marriage

Opening of Parliament - waiting for the Sultan
Opening of the Turkish Parliament - waiting for the Sultan to arrive in his box (back centre). There is a balcony on the upper right full of the diplomatic Corp, there as observers to the proceedings

Egypt - Port Said - Sultan Hussein Quay. This pictures shows THE Department Store at Port Said - Simon Arzt. There is also a Thos. Cook & Son office pictured

Bombardment of Fort Masnaah, Gulf of Oman, 1874
Bombardment of Fort Masnaah, Gulf of Oman, by two vessels of the Royal Navy, H.M.S. Rifleman and H.M.S. Philomel and the Hugh Rose, a vessel from the Bombay Marine service

Patriotic Postcard in favour of the Constitution
Patriotic Postcard in favour of the Turkish Constitution. The revolution of 1908 resulted in the Sultan restoring the constitution - it having been suspended for more than 30 years

Sultan Hussein I, Ruler of Egypt

Miracle Play showing Saladin on the way to Hell, 1910
Photograph showing a 13th century miracle play tableau, illustrating Saladin, Sultan of Egypt, heading towards Satan and Hell (bottom left)

Turkish Delight
A rather portly Turkish sultan, reclining on plump cushions is bedazzled by a Turkish dancer whose silhouette can be seen in the foreground

Refugee at Rhodes
Pierre d Aubusson, Grand Master of the Knights of St John, entertains the son of the Turkish sultan who has sought refuge on the island

The Sultan of Morocco, 1906
Photograph showing the Sultan of Morocco wearing a Russian uniform, 1906. Owing to a prejudice against foreigners, common in Morocco at this time

Mehmed V, Sultan
MEHMED V, sultan of Turkey during World War One when Turkey was allied to Germany

Fable / Rat and Elephant
THE RAT AND THE ELEPHANT A rat claims he is as good as the elephant on whose back rides a wealthy sultan and his entourage; the sultans cat reminds him he is vulnerable

The Reign of Suspicion at Yildiz Kiosk
Scene from the kitchens of the Sultan at the palace of Yildiz in Turkey, showing the Sultans dinner being tasted and then sealed with a long ribbon by palace officials, in order to avoid poisoning

Pilgrim Procession
The Sacred Camel, carrying gifts from the Sultan, leaves Istanbul for Mecca accompanied by a cohort of pilgrims

Goeben Warship
Powerful German battle-cruiser which easily outruns her British pursuers and escapes to Istanbul, where she is transferred to the Turkish navy as Yavuz Sultan Selim

Turkish Sultan
A Turkish sultan, depicted as a picturesque figure with his noble steed in the midst of battle

Racial / Turkey / Sultan Son
Son of a Sultan

Saladin & Leopard Knight
SALAH AD-DIN YUSUF IBN AYYUB Saladin on horseback (l) accompanied by Sir Kenneth, Earl of Huntingdon, Prince Royal of Scotland; incognito as the Knight of the Leopard

Istanbul / Sultan Palace
Istanbul: a room in the Sultans Palace

Battle of Pollilur (2 / 4)
The Battle of Pollilur waged between Tipu Sultan, the Tiger of Mysore and Col. William Baille of the East India Company. Bailles force was defeated and he was captured

Chad N djamena
The Sultan of Bagirmi entering his capital, formerly known as Massenya

Abdulmecid I
Sultan ABDUL MECID 1 Khan, a noted reformer

Selim II Sultan
SELIM II, Ottoman sultan, son of Suleyman I the Magnificent

Bazajet Ransoms Captives
Bajazet, sultan of Turkey, accepts ransom money for the comte de Nevers and other French Knights, captured during a reckless invasion of Turkey near Nicopolis

Abd-El Aziz Flees
Sultan Abd-el-Aziz flees after being defeated by brother Moulay-Hafid

Sultan Meets French
Monsieur Saint-Rene Taillandier of the French delegation reveals the programme of reform by the French before the Sultan of Morocco

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"Sultan: A Journey Through Time and Empires" Step into the world of the Sultan, where history unfolds through a captivating array of artifacts and events. From the majestic sound of an organ resonating in ancient palaces to the mesmerizing Tippoos Tiger, each hint reveals a different facet of this enigmatic title. In 1888, a selection of bicycles showcased innovation under the watchful eye of a Sultan. This juxtaposition highlights how even rulers embraced progress amidst tradition. The British Square at Pollilur reminds us that Sultans were not limited to one region; their influence spanned continents. Delve deeper into battles fought and won as we witness Seljuk Turks defeated at Dorylaeum during the First Crusade. A painting in Cossack Museum, Ukraine transports us to another era where Sultans left their mark on distant lands. TIPU SULTAN (1749?-1799) emerges as a prominent figure, embodying strength and resilience against colonial forces. Abdul Hamid II's lithograph captures his regal presence while Sultan Mehmed V Reshad unites allies for common goals. The stylized sultan's signature (tugra) from Istanbul showcases artistic mastery intertwined with political power. As we explore history further, we encounter pivotal moments like the Siege of Constantinople - an event that shaped empires. Saladin, Sultan of Egypt and Syria stands tall among legendary figures who wielded both military might and diplomatic finesse. His legacy echoes through time as an emblematic ruler who united nations under his banner. Finally, return to Sultan Mehmed V Reshad's reign in Turkey - a testament to continuity despite changing times. These hints paint a vivid picture of sultans' multifaceted roles throughout centuries - leaders who navigated complexities with grace and authority. Join us on this remarkable journey through time as we unravel stories woven by sultans, leaving an indelible mark on history's tapestry.