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Alexandria bombarded When Arabi Pasha rebels against the benevolent British rule, the English fleet under Beresford bombard the town for 10 hours before occupying it
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Alexandria Arabi Benevolent Beresford Bombard Bombarded Hours Occupying Pasha Rebels Rule
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Alexandria Bombarded: A Historical Moment of Conflict between Arabi Pasha's Rebels and the British Rule (circa 1908) This evocative image captures the intense moment of Alexandria's bombardment by the English fleet under Admiral Beresford. The photograph, taken during the early 20th century, documents a significant historical event that unfolded when Arabi Pasha, the Egyptian nationalist leader, rebelled against the perceived benevolent British rule. The rebellion, which began in 1882, gained momentum as Arabi Pasha sought to establish Egyptian independence. In response, the British government dispatched a powerful fleet to Egypt, led by Admiral Sir Beauchamp Seymour Beresford. The fleet, anchored off Alexandria's shores, bombarded the town for ten consecutive hours, causing extensive damage to the city's infrastructure and civilian population. The bombardment marked a turning point in the conflict, paving the way for the British occupation of Egypt. The eventual defeat of Arabi Pasha's forces led to the establishment of a British protectorate over Egypt, which lasted until 1952. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the complex historical relationship between Egypt and the British Empire. It serves as a visual testament to the political tensions and military conflicts that characterized the late 19th and early 20th centuries in Africa. The image's haunting beauty underscores the human cost of political upheaval and the enduring impact of colonialism on the region.
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