The Chinese Outrages - The Riots in the Foreign Concessions at Ichang on the Upper Yangtze, 1891 Creator: Unknown

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The Chinese Outrages - The Riots in the Foreign Concessions at Ichang on the Upper Yangtze, 1891 Creator: Unknown

'The Chinese Outrages - The Riots in the Foreign Concessions at Ichang on the Upper Yangtze River; The Roman Catholic Mission, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

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Chang Jiang Foreign Mission Protest Riot Rioting Riots Violence Violent Yangtse Yangtze Kiang Yangtze River Concession Roman Catholicism

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is an evocative and historically significant photograph from the late 19th century, depicting a chaotic scene on the banks of the Yangtze River in China. The image, created by an unknown artist for "The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper," captures the violent aftermath of anti-foreign protests that erupted in the foreign concessions of Ichang, a city in Henan Province. The photograph shows a flotilla of boats filled with Chinese protestors, their faces contorted with anger and determination, approaching the Roman Catholic Mission on the riverbank. The mission, with its distinctive red roof and white walls, stands defiantly amidst the turmoil, as smoke rises from the buildings behind it. The rioters, armed with various weapons, are shown in the process of attacking the mission, while others are shown in the water, attempting to board the boats of foreigners who have taken refuge on the river. The image is a poignant reminder of the tensions between China and the Western powers during the late 19th century, when colonialism and the spread of Christianity were major points of contention. The photograph also highlights the role of water transport in the region, with boats playing a crucial role in both the movement of goods and people and the escalation of conflict. Overall, "The Chinese Outrages - The Riots in the Foreign Concessions at Ichang on the Upper Yangtze River, 1891" is a powerful and evocative image that captures the complexities of China's colonial history and the enduring impact of religious and cultural differences.

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