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British Military Campaign to Tibet - Gantsa, Tibet
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British Military Campaign to Tibet - Gantsa, Tibet
View of Gantsa, 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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This photograph print showcases the breathtaking view of Gantsa, Tibet, taken during the British Military Campaign to Tibet in 1904. The expedition, led by Colonel Francis Younghusband of the Indian Political Service, was launched from India under the authorization of Lord Curzon, Viceroy of India, with the primary objective of countering Russian influence and perceived advances towards the border. The album from which this image originates is a fascinating firsthand account of this little-known campaign. It was passed down through the family of Captain William Charles Hayman, who served as ADC (Aide-de-Camp) to Colonel Younghusband. The military force, accompanied by a strong escort commanded by Brigadier General James Macdonald, successfully brushed aside Tibetan defenses and gained several concessions from Tibet, which was nominally under Chinese control at the time. The photographs in this album offer a unique glimpse into the expedition, revealing various elements of the military, monasteries, scenic landscapes, towns, and local inhabitants. The album provides valuable historical insights into this intriguing chapter of British colonial history. Dated 1904, this photograph print is an essential addition to any collection focusing on Tibetan history, British imperialism, or military history. This photograph print is not for commercial use and is available for purchase from Henry Aldridge & Son Ltd., through Mary Evans Prints Online.
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