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Ammo Chu River, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904
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Ammo Chu River, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904
Ammo Chu River, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904. The Tibet Expedition was launched from India and sanctioned by Lord Curzon, Viceroy of India, who was concerned over Russian influence and supposed advance toward the border. The expedition eventually gained a number of concessions from Tibet, nominally under Chinese control at the time, but whether the effort was worth the return is certainly up for debate. This album came by direct descent from the family of Captain William Charles Hayman, ADC to the expedition's leader, Colonel Francis Younghusband of the Indian Political Service (Younghusband was accompanied by a strong military escort commanded by Brigadier General James Macdonald). The photographs show various elements of the expedition: military, monasteries, scenery, towns and locals. Date: 1904
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Ammo Chu River: A Glimpse into the Uncharted Terrain of the 1904 Tibet Expedition This evocative photograph captures the Ammo Chu River, a vital waterway that played a pivotal role in the little-known 1904 Tibet Expedition. The expedition, led by Colonel Francis Younghusband of the Indian Political Service, was sanctioned by Lord Curzon, Viceroy of India, in response to growing concerns over Russian influence and perceived advancement towards the border. The album from which this image originates is a fascinating firsthand account of this expedition, passed down through generations in the family of Captain William Charles Hayman, who served as ADC to Colonel Younghusband. The photographs within the album offer a unique and captivating glimpse into this historic campaign. The Ammo Chu River, with its crystal-clear waters and rugged terrain, is depicted here as the expedition's forces pressed onward towards Lhasa. The military might of the British Empire is evident in the accompanying images of soldiers and their equipment, while the monasteries, towns, and local inhabitants provide a glimpse into the rich cultural tapestry of the region. The success of the Tibet Expedition is a subject of ongoing debate. While the British forces were ultimately able to secure a number of concessions from Tibet, nominally under Chinese control at the time, the question of whether the effort was worth the return remains open. Regardless, this album offers an invaluable window into a pivotal moment in the history of British colonialism and the complex geopolitical landscape of the early 20th century. Date: 1904. Rights managed from Mary Evans Prints Online.
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