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Dancers in front of a monastery, 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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Dancers in front of a monastery, 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
Dancers in front of a monastery, 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 captures a moment of cultural exchange between British soldiers and local Tibetan dancers, taken during the Tibet Expedition of 1904. The expedition, led by Colonel Francis Younghusband of the Indian Political Service, was launched from India with the support of Lord Curzon, Viceroy of India, in response to growing concerns over Russian influence and perceived advances toward the border. The Tibetan monastery in the backdrop serves as a stark contrast to the military encampment that once stood nearby. The expedition, which gained a number of concessions from Tibet, nominally under Chinese control at the time, is a fascinating chapter in the complex history of British colonialism in Asia. This photograph is part of an intriguing album that has been passed down through the family of Captain William Charles Hayman, who served as ADC (Aide-de-Camp) to Colonel Younghusband. The album offers a unique glimpse into the expedition, revealing various elements of the military, monasteries, scenic landscapes, towns, and local populations. The Tibet Expedition, while successful in achieving its objectives, is a subject of ongoing debate regarding its true value and impact on the region. This photograph, with its intriguing juxtaposition of military might and cultural exchange, offers a compelling reminder of a little-known campaign in the annals of British colonial history.
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