Crude makers of beautiful goods; making the famous inlaid pearl work, Damascus, Syria

A sword maker of Damascus, whose swords were once considered the finest in the world, Syria

River Alameda, Damascus, Syria

At prayer in the mosque, Damascus, Syria

Interior of the Greek church of Damascus, Syria

Making the beautiful inlaid pearlwork of the Orient, Damascus, Syria

Fanatical dervishes guarding the "Mahmal" or Holy Carpet, Damascus, Syria

Return of the Mahmal and Moslem pilgrims from Mecca, Damascus, Syria

A Hauran train caravan arriving at Damascus, Syria