Jewish Italian Egypt 1920s-50s Archive Alexandria Judaica Family Documents
Rare Historical Archive: Jewish-Italian Life in Alexandria, Egypt & Mandate Palestine (1930s-1950s)
This unique collection of 30+ original documents provides a fascinating look into the lives of the Weinblatt and Morabia families. The archive is particularly significant for its strong Italian connection, documenting the family’s status as Italian nationals living in Egypt during the mid-20th century.
Archive Highlights & Italian Context:
Italian Consular Documents: A significant portion of the collection includes official papers from the R. Consolato d’Italia (Royal Italian Consulate) in Cairo and Alexandria. These include:
Certificato di Buona Condotta (Certificate of Good Conduct) from the 1920s-1940s.
Nationality and registration certificates with official Italian revenue stamps.
Legal documents regarding Fortunata Morabia and other family members identified as Italian citizens residing in Egypt.
Elite Education in Alexandria: Extensive records from The English Girls' College (EGC) and the Scottish School for Girls. Includes tuition receipts, school reports for Daniella Weinblatt, and personal letters from the Headmistress (1947-1950).
British Mandate Palestine: A rare 1935 trilingual (English, Hebrew, Arabic) document from the Palestine Posts in Jerusalem.
Jewish-Egyptian History: Documents mention Jean Weinblatt, a jeweler in Alexandria (partner at Horovitz & Co.), reflecting the vibrant Jewish professional class of the era.
Post-War Migration: Official French "Laissez-Passer" and travel declarations from the late 1940s, documenting the family's movement during a critical historical period.
Item Specifications:
Period: 1930s to early 1950s.
Locations: Alexandria & Cairo (Egypt), Jerusalem (Mandate Palestine).
Arabic.
Condition: Authentic vintage condition. Documents show natural aging, including toning, original fold lines, and some edge wear. Many feature beautiful original stamps and signatures.
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