Lushun Collection (page 2)

True report of the great sea battle at Lushun Bay: number one. Print shows Japanese battleships bombarding Russian battleships in a surprise naval assault on the Russian fleet at Lushun (Port Arthur)

Great battle at Lushun Bay. Print shows sailors on a Japanese battleship firing on a Russian battleship during the surprise naval assault on the Russian fleet at Port Arthur (Lushun). Date 1904

True report of the great sea battle at Lushun Bay: number three. Print shows Japanese battleships bombarding Russian battleships in a surprise naval assault on the Russian fleet at Lushun

View of the instant sinking of the ships in the great sea battle at Lushun Bay. Print shows Japanese battleships bombarding Russian battleships in a surprise naval assault on the Russian fleet at

Lushunkou / Port Arthur - The Harbour
Lushunkou (a district in the municipality of Dalian, Liaoning province, also called Lushun City or Lushun Port, formerly known as both Port Arthur and Ryojun...!) - The Harbour. Date: circa 1905

Lushunkou / Port Arthur - General Panoramic View
Lushunkou (a district in the municipality of Dalian, Liaoning province, also called Lushun City or Lushun Port, formerly known as both Port Arthur and Ryojun - General Panoramic View. Date: circa 1905

RUSSO-JAPANESE WAR, 1904. A Russian battleship exploding under bombardment from Japanese battleships. A line of Japanese battleships (positioned on the right)

Russian troops at Port Arthur
Port Arthur - held by Russia prior to defeat in the Russo-Japanese war. In this photograph, the 1st Company of the 10th Regiment pose for an official photograph

Port Arthur - The Pushkin School during the period of Russian occupation of the city. Port Arthur is now under Chinese control and is known as Lushunkou (a district in the municipality of Dalian)

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"Lushun: A Historic Port of Valor and Resilience" Lushun, also known as Port Arthur, holds a significant place in history as a testament to the indomitable spirit of its people. Nestled in Lushunkou, China, this coastal city witnessed the Russo-Japanese War unfold with all its might. The towering Lushun Baiyu Tower stands tall amidst the remnants of battle scars from that fateful war. It was here that Kobayashi Kiyochika's artwork depicted a colossal Japanese hand crushing Port Arthur on that ominous day of 25 July 1904. The struggle continued until Russia finally surrendered this strategic port on 2 January 1905. A chromolithograph titled "True Report of the Great Sea Battle at Lushun Bay" vividly captures the intensity and grandeur of naval warfare during those turbulent times. Meanwhile, sepia photographs reveal Russian soldiers worn by the fierce Battle of 203 Metre Hill, showcasing their unwavering determination against all odds. In an epic clash between Russian and Japanese torpedo destroyers at Port Arthur, chaos reigned supreme as both sides fought relentlessly for control over these treacherous waters. Remnants of Russian cannons atop the revered 203 Hill serve as silent witnesses to past conflicts and remind us of their enduring legacy. Beyond tales steeped in war lies Baiyushan Tower - an architectural gem perched upon Baiyu Hill in Dalian. This tower offers breathtaking views while symbolizing resilience and hope for a brighter future after tumultuous times. Anonymous creators' artworks transport us back to pivotal moments like The Battle of Wafangou or depict scenes from Russo-Japanese War itself; they immortalize bravery exhibited by troops landing at Yalu River or fighting valiantly during the Battle of Port Arthur. Today, Lushun stands proud as a thriving port city where echoes from history blend harmoniously with modernity.