Gezicht op de haven en de rede van Port Said met het schip 'Prince of Wales' before 1883

Comianos & Sarolidis captured this photograph of the harbor and roadstead of Port Said, featuring the ship 'Prince of Wales.' This image offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in global history, reflecting the intersection of trade, colonialism, and technological advancement. Port Said, situated at the entrance to the Suez Canal, was a bustling hub connecting East and West. The presence of the 'Prince of Wales' signifies the complex dynamics of British maritime power and its influence on global trade routes. Consider the lives of the countless laborers, many of whom were local Egyptians, who toiled under harsh conditions to construct and maintain the canal. Their stories, often marginalized, form an essential part of the narrative of global exchange. This image invites us to reflect on how such developments have shaped our contemporary world.