Greetings Card : Chinese Customs Soldiers
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Chinese Customs Soldiers
Chinese Customs Soldiers. Date: circa 1903
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Media ID 14342135
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Guard Official Officials Pair Personnel Uniforms
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Add a touch of history and culture to your greetings with our beautiful Chinese Customs Soldiers card from Media Storehouse. This exquisite design, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a group of Chinese customs soldiers circa 1903, dressed in traditional uniforms and carrying their weapons. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring the past to life, making this card a unique and thoughtful choice for any occasion. Order now and add a personal message to make your greeting even more special.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.6cm x 12.5cm (6.1" x 4.9")
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the image of two Chinese Customs Soldiers, standing rigidly at attention along the border of China, circa 1903. The soldiers, dressed in their distinctive military uniforms, are a testament to the importance of maintaining order and security during a time of significant cultural and political change in China. The Chinese Customs Service, established in 1854, played a crucial role in China's border control and revenue collection. These soldiers, as official representatives of the Chinese government, were responsible for enforcing customs regulations, preventing smuggling, and maintaining law and order along China's borders. Their uniforms, featuring high-collared jackets, wide-brimmed hats, and long trousers, were designed to provide both practicality and a sense of authority. The soldiers carried rifles, bayonets, and other military equipment, signaling their readiness to protect China's borders from external threats. The pair of soldiers in this photograph exude a sense of discipline and determination, standing guard against the backdrop of a vast and expansive landscape. The image offers a glimpse into the daily life of Chinese Customs Soldiers during this period, highlighting their important role in China's history and the complexities of its borderlands. This photograph is not only an intriguing historical document but also a visual representation of the rich cultural heritage and complex political landscape of China during the early 20th century.
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