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Guns and bombardment damage, Alexandria, Egypt, 1882
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Guns and bombardment damage, Alexandria, Egypt, 1882
Guns and bombardment damage, Alexandria, Egypt, 1882. Date: 1882
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1882 Alexandria Bombardment Damage Guns
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This haunting image captures the aftermath of the bombardment of Alexandria, Egypt, in 1882. The tranquil waters of the Mediterranean Sea are disrupted by the chaos and destruction that unfolded on this fateful day. In the foreground, the muzzle of a large cannon is visible, its barrel smoking from recent use. The once grand buildings of Alexandria's waterfront are reduced to rubble, their facades shattered and broken. Smoke rises from the ruins, a testament to the intense firepower that was unleashed upon this historic city. The bombardment of Alexandria was a pivotal moment in the history of Egypt, marking the end of the rule of Khedive Ismail and the beginning of British occupation. The event took place on July 11, 1882, when a mob attacked and killed several British soldiers, prompting a British response led by General Sir Garnet Wolseley. The bombardment lasted for several hours, leaving the city in ruins and claiming the lives of thousands of Egyptian civilians. This photograph, taken in the aftermath of the bombardment, offers a poignant reminder of the devastating consequences of war. The image is a powerful testament to the destructive power of military technology and the human cost of conflict. It also serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural significance of Alexandria, a city that has endured countless challenges throughout its long and storied past.
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