Hankow Collection

A tea ship, the Loudoun Castle (spelt Louden Castle in the picture), from Hankow, China, commencing unloading ( breaking bulk ). The ship discharged from her vast hold 40, 000 packages of tea

Yangtze River showing Hankou from Wuhan, China

Hankow and the Yangtze River from Wuchan, China - early 1900s

Dragon King Jetty, Hankow, China (engraving)
7185806 Dragon King Jetty, Hankow, China (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dragon King Jetty, Hankow, China)

Hankow during the Revolution, 1911 (b / w photo)
498560 Hankow during the Revolution, 1911 (b/w photo) by Chinese Photographer, (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hankow during the Revolution, 1911 (b / w photo)
498559 Hankow during the Revolution, 1911 (b/w photo) by Chinese Photographer, (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Late 19th century photograph: Locomotive, steam train, Peking, Beijing, Hankow, now Wuhan railway

Gateway near Hankow (Hankou) China c. 1880 s
Gateway near Hankow (Hankou) China c.1880 s

Floods along the Bund, Hankow (Hankou) China, c. 1890 s
Floods along the Bund, Hankow (Hankou) China, c.1890 s

Boats tied up along waterfront, Hankow Hankou China
19th century vintage photograph: Boats tied up along the waterfront, Hankow Hankou China

Fishing nets at Hankow Hankou China
19th century vintage photograph: Fishing nets at Hankow Hankou China

Boats tied up at Hankow, Hankou China
19th century vintage photograph: Boats tied up at Hankow, Hankou China

The Yangtsze Kiang at Hankow, China (engraving)
1596171 The Yangtsze Kiang at Hankow, China (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Yangtsze Kiang at Hankow, China)

The Chinese Question, Scenes in the Yangtse-Kiang District (engraving)
1615498 The Chinese Question, Scenes in the Yangtse-Kiang District (engraving) by Holland Tringham, Joseph (1861-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chinese Question)

Sketches of China (litho)
1591892 Sketches of China (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of China. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 12 September 1891)

The Proposed Railways in China, Hankow, Junction of the Han River with the Yangtsze Kiang (engraving)
1596142 The Proposed Railways in China, Hankow, Junction of the Han River with the Yangtsze Kiang (engraving) by English School

The Commercial Centre of China, Scenes on the Yangtse River near Hankow (litho)
1598584 The Commercial Centre of China, Scenes on the Yangtse River near Hankow (litho) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ships on the wharves at Hankow, China circa 1890s. Date: circa 1890s

Hankou, China - The HMS Gnat in harbour
Hankou (one of the three cities whose merging formed modern-day Wuhan), China - The HMS Gnat (T60) (a Royal Navy Insect class gunboat) in harbour

Boats along The Bund, Hankow, China, circa 1890. Date: circa 1890

The Bund, Hankow (Wuhan), China, circa 1880s. Date: circa 1880s

Drum and fife band, Hankow scouts and guides, China
The drum and fife band of the Hankow (Hankou) boy scouts and girl guides, China. Date: 20th century

Waterfront, Hankow (Hankou), China
Waterfront scene at Hankow (Hankou), China. Date: circa 1890

Boats at Hankow (Hankou), China. Date: circa 1890

Wuhan policeman
A policeman in the slum district of one of the three Wuhan cities in China - Hankou (Hankow), Hanyang and Wuchang. Japanese bombing left the homes of many of the poorest Chinese residents destroyed

Japanese advance on Hankow
Japanese troops land following a crossing of the River Yangtze during their advance on the city of Hankow (Hankou) in 1938

Floods at Hankow (Hankou), China. Date: circa 1890

Hankou children evacuated
Children of the Chinese city of Hankou, Wuhan, are evacuated by boat on the Yangtze River as the city comes under attack by Japanese forces during the Sino-Japanese War Date: 1938

CHINA: AMERICAN WAREHOUSE. Chinese and Americans posed outside of the American Warehouse in Hankow, China. Photograph, early 20th century

China: the Gaiety Theatre, Hankow, 1873

Quay at Hankou, 1893 (engraving)
XJF387457 Quay at Hankou, 1893 (engraving) by Karazin, Nikolay (1842-1908) (after); Private Collection; Russian, out of copyright

CHINA: GAITY THEATRE, 1873. The Gaity Theatre in Hankow, China. Wood engraving, English, 1873

British blue jackets protecting British concession at Hankow
British blue jackets poses against a wall of sandbags in front of the British concession at Hancow, China during the Chinese rebellion of 1911. Date: 1911

Dr. W. A. Thatchell pictured with blind Chinese boys, Chinese Revolution
Dr. W. A. Thatchell pictured with two nurses, all from the Wesleyan Mens Hospital in Hankow, who rescued wounded and blinded inmates from the hospital under fire from insurgents during the Chinese

Temples at Hankou (now Wuhan)
Temples at Hankou (Hankow) - one of the three cities whose merging formed modern-day Wuhan, the capital of the Hubei province, China. Date: 1927

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"Hankow: A Historical Journey Through Time" Step into the past and explore the captivating city of Hankow, located on the banks of the mighty Yangtze River in Wuhan, China. This bustling metropolis has witnessed numerous significant events throughout history, leaving behind a rich tapestry of memories. In 1931, Hankow found itself amidst a flooded market, as waters from the Yangtze River engulfed its streets. Despite this adversity, the resilient spirit of its people shone through. Gazing at an enchanting view of Hankou from Wuhan reveals a mesmerizing panorama that showcases both natural beauty and urban development. The harmonious coexistence between man and nature is evident in every corner. The Loudoun Castle tea ship serves as a testament to Hankow's vibrant trade industry. It symbolizes an era when goods flowed freely along the Yangtze River, connecting cultures and fostering economic growth. Dragon King Jetty stands proudly as an engraving etched into history books. It represents not only a transportation hub but also a meeting point for diverse communities who came together to share their stories and experiences. As revolution swept across China in 1911, black-and-white photographs captured glimpses of life in Hankow during these tumultuous times. These images serve as poignant reminders of resilience and determination amidst chaos. Transportation played a vital role in shaping Hankow's identity; steam trains chugged through its streets during late 19th century while locomotives connected it with Beijing (Peking) - bridging distances and bringing progress closer than ever before. A gateway near Hankow beckons travelers to enter this historical haven where time seems suspended. Its architectural grandeur reflects centuries-old traditions blending seamlessly with modern aspirations. Floods along the Bund paint vivid pictures depicting both struggle and unity within Hankou's community. In times of crisis, neighbors stood shoulder-to-shoulder supporting one another, showcasing the unwavering spirit of Hankow.