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Group of Tibetan dancers, 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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Group of Tibetan dancers, 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
Group of Tibetan dancers, 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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In this evocative photograph, a group of Tibetan dancers gracefully perform in traditional attire, their vibrant costumes and expressive movements contrasting against the backdrop of a bustling encampment. This image is taken from an intriguing album that offers a unique perspective on a little-known chapter in history: the British Tibet Expedition of 1904. Launched from India under the auspices of Lord Curzon, Viceroy of India, this military campaign was instigated due to growing concerns over Russian influence and perceived advances toward the border. The expedition, led by Colonel Francis Younghusband of the Indian Political Service, eventually secured a number of concessions from Tibet, which was nominally under Chinese control at the time. However, the question of whether the costly endeavor was worth the return remains a subject of debate. This album, which has been passed down through the family of Captain William Charles Hayman, who served as ADC to Colonel Younghusband, provides a fascinating glimpse into the expedition. The photographs within its pages offer a diverse array of subjects, from military scenes and monasteries to breathtaking landscapes and local inhabitants. The image of the Tibetan dancers, with their captivating performance, serves as a poignant reminder of the rich cultural heritage that the expedition encountered during its journey. This photograph, along with the other treasured images in the album, offers a captivating window into a bygone era, providing valuable insights into this intriguing and often overlooked moment in history.
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