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The Boxer Rebellion, China (b / w photo)
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The Boxer Rebellion, China (b / w photo)
6015069 The Boxer Rebellion, China (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Boxer Rebellion, China. Illustration from The King (Illustrated), A Pictorial Record of the Worlds News (George Newnes, Limited, London, 21 July 1900).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22812976
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Barber Beijing Boxer Rebellion Flooded Flooding Guard Gunboat Peking Sentry Tianjin Tientsin Warship Chineses Floodwater
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history - The Boxer Rebellion in China. Taken by an English photographer in the early 20th century, this image is part of a private collection that offers a glimpse into the past. The scene depicted shows the aftermath of war, with floodwaters engulfing the streets of Tientsin (Tianjin), Beijing (Peking). Amidst this chaos, we see HMS Linnet, a British gunboat serving as a symbol of power and control during these turbulent times. A lone guard stands sentry near the French Legation Quarter, highlighting the international presence and tensions within China at that time. In contrast to the destruction surrounding them, we also catch sight of everyday life continuing - from barbers attending to their customers to Chinese locals going about their business. This photograph serves as a visual record of an eventful period marked by conflict between Chinese nationalists known as "Boxers" and foreign powers such as Great Britain. It reminds us of how historical events can shape nations and reverberate across continents. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, it prompts reflection on our shared human experiences and serves as a reminder that even amidst upheaval, life goes on.
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