Turkish Ironclad Hamidieh | Josiah Robert Wells | 1877

The Hamidieh was a Turkish ironclad warship launched in 1877, named in honor of Sultan Abdul Hamid II. Built in Britain, the vessel reflected the Ottoman Empire’s efforts to modernize its navy during a time of growing maritime competition. Heavily armored and equipped with powerful guns, the Hamidieh symbolized the technological transition of naval warfare in the late 19th century. Though she saw little action, her construction underscored the empire’s strategic aspirations. This illustration of the Hamidieh was published in The Illustrated London News on 5 May 1877 and was drawn by Josiah Robert Wells, capturing the ship’s imposing presence during its early service.

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