Picture No | 10002069 |
Date | 17 November 1869 |
Description | Opening of the Suez Canal |
Details |
Opening of the Suez Canal. The procession of boats, one of which carries the French Emperor, passes El Guist, watched by thousands - many of whom are doubtless workers who helped build the Canal.
|
Source | Engraving by Riou |
Credit | Mary Evans Picture Library |
Restrictions |
|
Thank you for visiting our website. If you are interested in licensing this image please email us at pictures@maryevans.com or telephone us on +44(0)20 8318 0034. If you are already registered to use this website, you can log in here. |