Manchuria Collection

Japanese taking Port Arthur, 1894
Japanese warships taking Port Arthur, Manchuria, during the Sino-Japanese War, 1894. Printed color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Escape from Harbin - July 1900 - Boxer Rebellion
In 1900, Chinas anti-foreigner Boxer Rebellion broke out and spread to Manchuria. The Russian Military moved in to quell the uprising

Chow chow, (canis familiaris), front view

South Manchurian Railway - Interior of the Sleeping Car. Date: circa 1905

Old Russian house in the most northern town of Harbin, Heilongjiang, Manchuria, China, Asia

Russo-Japanese War 1904-1905: General Alexei Nicholaevitch Kouropatkin, commander of Russian forces in Manchuria
530181 Russo-Japanese War 1904-1905: General Alexei Nicholaevitch Kouropatkin, commander of Russian forces in Manchuria, directing the campaign from his car

The first battle near Manturia [i.e. Manchuria]; the Japanese soldiers defeated..., c1919. Creator: Unknown
The first battle near Manturia [i.e. Manchuria]; the Japanese soldiers defeated the enemy's cavalry, c1919.

Costumes de Différents Pays, Femme Tongouse, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costumes de Differents Pays, Femme Tongouse, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Homme Toungouse, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costumes de Differents Pays, Homme Toungouse, c1797

Japanese soldiers on a beach in Manchuria, c1905. Creator: Underwood & Underwood
Japanese soldiers on a beach in Manchuria, c1905

A crowd of Japanese soldiers; Chinese coolies in right foreground, Manchuria, c1905. Creator: Underwood & Underwood
A crowd of Japanese soldiers; Chinese coolies in right foreground, Manchuria, c1905

Goldi people from Usuri, 1865-1871. Creator: VV Lanin
Goldi people from Usuri, 1865-1871. This album contains 154 photographs taken in the second half of the 1860s and 1870s by a local photographer from the Far East, V. V. Lanin. The merchant V. P

Manchurian and Korean, 1865-1871. Creator: VV Lanin
Manchurian and Korean, 1865-1871. This album contains 154 photographs taken in the second half of the 1860s and 1870s by a local photographer from the Far East, V. V. Lanin. The merchant V. P

Goldi from the upper reaches of the Usuri, 1865-1871. Creator: VV Lanin
Goldi from the upper reaches of the Usuri, 1865-1871. This album contains 154 photographs taken in the second half of the 1860s and 1870s by a local photographer from the Far East, V. V. Lanin

Negidal. (From Lake Orel of the Amur region), 1862. Creator: Karlis Huns
Negidal. (From Lake Orel of the Amur region) 1862. Sheet 56 from the album "Description ethnographique des peuples de la Russie", volume 1

Nerchinsk Tungus, 1862. Creator: Karlis Huns
Nerchinsk Tungus, 1862. Sheet 55 from the album "Description ethnographique des peuples de la Russie", volume 1

postcard from Mukden, China - street scene, 1925
3782626 postcard from Mukden, China - street scene, 1925; (add.info.: Postcard from Mukden, China - 1925. Sent to: Miss Barbara P. Wade, Carfax, Durdham Park, Bristol, England, Via SIBERIA)

Japanese troops leaving Yokohama for Manchuria in China

Sawing timber, Manchuria, China

Sawing timber in Manchuria, China - early 1900s

Rus Jap War Frozen Russ Events Russo Japanese
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Heroic death of Cossack Lieutenant Petrov at the Siege of Port Arthur, Russo-Japanese War (colour litho)
3097428 Heroic death of Cossack Lieutenant Petrov at the Siege of Port Arthur, Russo-Japanese War (colour litho) by French School

Battle of Mukden, Russo-Japanese War (colour litho)
3097477 Battle of Mukden, Russo-Japanese War (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Mukden, Russo-Japanese War)

Cossacks fighting Manchurian horsemen (colour litho)
2795823 Cossacks fighting Manchurian horsemen (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cossacks fighting Manchurian horsemen. The Russo-Japanese War)

Cossack sentries attacked by packs of wolves in Manchuria (colour litho)
2795833 Cossack sentries attacked by packs of wolves in Manchuria (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Victims Of Duty, Russian Sentinels At The Borders Of Manchuria Killed By The Intense Cold (Colour Litho)
2798756 The Victims Of Duty, Russian Sentinels At The Borders Of Manchuria Killed By The Intense Cold (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Manchurian Horsemen Scouting from a Distance the Japanese Camp Near Sauhoku (Sokako... 1894 / 95)
Manchurian Horsemen Scouting from a Distance the Japanese Camp Near Sauhoku (Sokako fukin Nichijin enbo Manshu kihei iso shutsujin no zu), 1894/95

The Plough of Civilisation - Russian Soldiers ploughing the bloodied battlefields. 1904 (litho)
3666831 The Plough of Civilisation - Russian Soldiers ploughing the bloodied battlefields. 1904 (litho) by Camara, Leal de (1877-1948); Private Collection; (add.info)

Europe holding off Russian and Japanese Canons. 1904 (litho)
3674342 Europe holding off Russian and Japanese Canons. 1904 (litho) by Camara, Leal de (1877-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Assez!!!.... Assez!!! - Published in L Assiette au Beurre - No)

The Future Alliance - "We should have started like this!"- Russian and Japan shake hands. 1904 (litho)
3666832 The Future Alliance - " We should have started like this!" - Russian and Japan shake hands. 1904 (litho) by Camara

In Manchuria. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786170 In Manchuria. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Camara, Leal de (1877-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Manchuria. Satire on the Russo-Japanese War)

Russian Czar painting the word Pax or peace, made up of the names of lost battles using Russian Blood. 1904 (litho)
3666834 Russian Czar painting the word Pax or peace, made up of the names of lost battles using Russian Blood. 1904 (litho) by Camara

America and England threaten Japan - "you can keep your Laurels, but leave us the loot"1904 (litho)
3666833 America and England threaten Japan - " you can keep your Laurels, but leave us the loot" 1904 (litho) by Camara

Russian soldiers after the Battle of 203 Metre Hill, Port Arthur, 1905 (sepia photo)
5944850 Russian soldiers after the Battle of 203 Metre Hill, Port Arthur, 1905 (sepia photo) by Underwood & Underwood (c.1881-1940); Private Collection; (add.info)

Japan and Russia trying to drag China into the Russo - Japanese war. 1904 (litho)
3674343 Japan and Russia trying to drag China into the Russo - Japanese war. 1904 (litho) by Camara, Leal de (1877-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Published in L Assiette au Beurre - No)

The Emperor Greeting The Triumphant Troops Outside of the Capital, 1772. From " Les Conquetes de l Empereur de la Chine", (The Conquests of the Emperor of China)

Japanese Troops during the Battle of Lushunkou, 1894 (b/w photo)
740736 Japanese Troops during the Battle of Lushunkou, 1894 (b/w photo) by Japanese Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Japanese military plane in Manchuria, 1933 (b / w photo)
428008 Japanese military plane in Manchuria, 1933 (b/w photo) by Japanese Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Christmas of the warring soldiers in Manchuria where the thermometer now marks 15 below zero (colour litho)
2798848 The Christmas of the warring soldiers in Manchuria where the thermometer now marks 15 below zero (colour litho) by Beltrame

Halte d un train transportant des reservistes en Mandchourie (colour litho)
2787181 Halte d un train transportant des reservistes en Mandchourie (colour litho) by Malespine, L. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Japanese cavalry patrol on reconaissance on the road to Harbin, Manchuria (colour litho)
2795937 Japanese cavalry patrol on reconaissance on the road to Harbin, Manchuria (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Russian retreat after the Battle of Mukden, Russo-Japanese War (colour litho)
2795927 Russian retreat after the Battle of Mukden, Russo-Japanese War (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Russian retreat after the Battle of Mukden)

After the Battle of Mukden, Russo-Japanese War (colour litho)
2795925 After the Battle of Mukden, Russo-Japanese War (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: After the Battle of Mukden, Russo-Japanese War)

In the trenches before Mukden, Russo-Japanese War (colour litho)
2795909 In the trenches before Mukden, Russo-Japanese War (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the trenches before Mukden, Russo-Japanese War)

The special correspondent of Le Petit Journal following the course of a battle in Manchuria during... (colour litho)
2795905 The special correspondent of Le Petit Journal following the course of a battle in Manchuria during... (colour litho) by French School

The Chinese Army on the Manchurian border (colour litho)
2795881 The Chinese Army on the Manchurian border (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chinese Army on the Manchurian border)

The Manchurian rain (colour litho)
2795861 The Manchurian rain (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Manchurian rain)

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Manchuria, a land steeped in history and intrigue. It witnessed the rise and fall of empires, leaving behind tales that still echo through time. In 1894, the Japanese took control of Port Arthur, marking a pivotal moment in Manchurian history. This event set the stage for future conflicts and power struggles within this region. The Boxer Rebellion of July 1900 saw many desperate souls seeking refuge from Harbin. The chaos and violence pushed people to escape their homes in search of safety elsewhere. Amidst these tumultuous times, one can find solace in the companionship of a loyal Chow Chow dog. Their front view captures their regal appearance and unwavering loyalty, providing comfort during uncertain times. The South Manchurian Railway played a crucial role in connecting different parts of this vast land. Its interior sleeping car offered respite to weary travelers as they embarked on journeys filled with anticipation and adventure. Harbin's most northern town held remnants of an old Russian house - a testament to the cultural fusion that occurred throughout Manchuria's complex past. Japanese troops departing Yokohama for Manchuria showcased the ever-changing dynamics between nations vying for influence over this coveted territory. Sawing timber became an essential industry in Manchuria during the early 1900s. The sound echoed through forests as workers labored tirelessly to meet growing demands. The Russo-Japanese War froze events into memory forevermore. Battles raged across this land as two great powers clashed over dominance, leaving scars etched upon its soil. Within Shenyang stood the South Manchurian Railway Company Hospital - a beacon of hope amidst turmoil where lives were saved and healing began anew. "The Ultimatum" hung heavy in the air as decisions were made that would shape destinies far beyond what anyone could have imagined at that time.