mercoledì 30 maggio 2012

1927 Earthquake in Palestine

The 1927 earthquake in Palestine was a devastating earthquake that shook the Palestine and Transjordan regions on July 11, 1927 at circa 16:00 local time. The epicenter of the earthquake was in the northern area of the Dead Sea. 


The cities of Jerusalem, Jericho, Ramle, Tiberias and Nablus were heavily damaged and At least 500 were estimated to have been killed.


Pictures from Nablus city:











2 commenti:

  1. Dear Fatima
    I am writing a book about Nablus destruction during the Israeli invasions of 2002. I first highlight the rich history of the city before analyzing its destruction. Therefore, I wonder if you give me the permission to reuse your pics about Nablus Earthquake 1927?

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  2. Hello dear Nurhan,
    I just saw now your message and I apologize for not having replied before. Sure you can use the pictures.

    Regards
    Fatima

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