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Turkey - Iskenderun. Also known as Alexandretta in Greek and in English Alexandrette. Turkish city at the far eastern end of the Mediterranean coast. The largest Turkish seaport on the Mediterranean with steel works. A naval training base and houses a small Suryana Christian community within the city. Scene of many ancient battles. Date: 1953
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1953 Alexandretta Iskenderun Palm Seaport
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1. Title: "Iskenderun, Turkey: A Historic Mediterranean Seaport in the 1950s" Nestled at the far eastern end of the Mediterranean Sea, Iskenderun, Turkey, is a vibrant and historic city that has played a significant role in the region's history. Known as Alexandretta in Greek and Alexandrette in English, this Turkish metropolis boasts a rich cultural heritage and natural beauty that has captivated visitors for centuries. In this evocative photograph taken in 1953, we see Iskenderun's bustling waterfront, where the Mediterranean meets the land. The city's status as Turkey's largest seaport is evident in the numerous ships anchored in the harbor, their sails unfurled against the backdrop of the azure sea. The steel works and industrial facilities along the shoreline speak to the city's economic importance, while the naval training base nearby attests to its strategic significance. Beyond the bustling port, the landscape is dotted with palm trees and rolling hills, their verdant greenery providing a striking contrast to the rugged mountains that rise in the distance. The small Suryana Christian community within the city adds a diverse and intriguing layer to Iskenderun's cultural fabric. The history of Iskenderun is as rich and complex as the city itself. A site of many ancient battles, it has been ruled by various empires and civilizations throughout the ages, including the Greeks, Romans, Crusaders, and Ottomans. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, transporting us back to the 1950s and the vibrant, bustling seaport that was Iskenderun.
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