Description: An original press photograph from the archives of the venerable 150 year-old Star Tribune newspaper in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Type & Size: A 10x7.5" original photograph.Condition: Photo from a working archive. May contain notes, marks, labels, clippings, and/or retouching by the staff at the time of publication. May contain issues associated with time, age, and use. Please see images for scans.Egyptian President Nasser stands triumphantly in an open vehicle, surrounded by a jubilant crowd in Cairo on July 28, 1956. The scene captures the excitement and support from his people as he waves to the masses. Cairo's historic cityscape can be seen in the background, indicating a moment of significance in Egyptian history.The event depicted is during a critical period in Egyptian history, marking Nasser's rise as a prominent leader in the Arab world. This photograph likely corresponds to the aftermath of Egypt's nationalization of the Suez Canal, a bold move against Western powers that elevated Nasser's status as a hero among Egyptians and in the broader Arab world.Text present on photo:HAIL TO THEIR HERO--Egypt’s President Nasser responds to cheers of enthusiastic crowd who jam Cairo’s streets today as he arrived at airport on return from Alexandria where he announced seizure of the Suez Canal from British and French control at a meeting closing the first Arab Premier’ conference. (AP Wirephoto via radio from Cairo) MUP725an 1356nal1956- - - The press photo archives contained a mix of silver gelatin and wire photographs from sources such as Associated Press Wirephoto. Generally B&W images with no typed text on them in this archive are silver gelatin images, and photos with typed text are wire photos. All images are vintage and original to their era.
Price: 37 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2025-01-02T18:24:03.000Z
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: Egypt, Nasser, Suez Canal, celebration, historic, crowd
Theme: politics, people, history, events & festivals
Featured Person/Artist: Nasser
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1956
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 10x7.5 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1950-1959
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: No
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
