First World War Black and White Photograph of the Barrage Gardens

1915 - 1917
Overview

A small black and white photograph showing formal gardens with a flat lawn and various types of trees. In the background a small bridge can be seen with people standing on it. The image has a white border, and one side of the image is very dark from its development. The reverse of the image has the proforma printing of part of a postcard and an inscription in black ink.

Historical information

The Delta Barrage Bridge was situated across the Nile outside Cairo. The Barrage Gardens by the bridge was a popular spot for Cairo residents and visitors, including Australian soldiers.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-12-2022.1.107
Item type
Photographs
Material
Photo Paper
Width
89 mm
Height or length
66 mm
Inscriptions and markings

On the reverse in machine printing “CARD / ADDRESS ONLY” with “Barrage Gardens” written in black ink.

Keywords
First World War
10th Light Horse Regiment
Place made
Egypt
Primary significance criteria
Historic significance
Comparative significance criteria
Interpretive capacity
Well provenanced
Google Maps search term / URL
https://maps.app.goo.gl/gWHZtRH1mm24SAjK8
Last modified
Wednesday, 3 June, 2026
Completeness
100
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Front of Image
Barrage Gardens
Rear View of Image
Reverse of Image Showing Inscription

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