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Inniskillings in transit
The Inniskilling Fusiliers, stationed in China, are recalled to Europe to fight in World War One. Here photographed in transit at Tientsin (now Tianjin) docks, moving equipment and baggage from train to ship; a few Chinese men wearing their hair in the queue style mill around. Date: C.1914
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Baggage Docks Fusiliers Hairstyle Hairstyles Helmets Inniskillings Moving Pith Queue Stationed Tianjin Tientsin Transit Transporting
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This evocative photograph captures the Inniskilling Fusiliers, a British Army regiment based in China, as they prepare to embark on a long journey back to Europe to join the fight in World War One. The scene unfolds at Tientsin (now Tianjin) docks, where soldiers are seen moving their equipment and baggage from trains to ships. The soldiers, dressed in their distinctive uniforms of khaki drill with pith helmets, work diligently to ensure a smooth transition to their next destination. A few Chinese men, dressed in traditional clothing and wearing their hair in the queue style, mill around the dock area, adding an intriguing element of cultural diversity to the image. The queue hairstyle, which involves shaving the head and leaving a long braid at the back, was a common practice in China during this period. The year is estimated to be around 1914, and the soldiers' determined expressions and the hustle and bustle of the scene convey a sense of urgency and importance. The soldiers' heavy bags and equipment, as well as the large ships and trains in the background, underscore the vast logistical effort required to transport troops across continents during wartime. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing a fascinating snapshot of military life during the early 1900s and the complex interplay between different cultures and societies during a time of global conflict.
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