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Russian Soldiers - Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, China
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Russian Soldiers - Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, China
Harbin, China - the largest city of Heilongjiang Province - Russian Troops. In the territory which was formerly Northern Manchuria and which was heavily populated by Russians as well as Chinese. Almost a Wild West town with transient populations and shifting spheres of demographic influence. Many self-exiled Civil War White Russians ended up living in Harbin. During the Russo-Japanese War - the exact date of this card), Russia used Harbin as its base for military operations in Northeastern China. Following the construction of the Chinese Eastern Railway (financed by the Russian Empire), the Russians selected Harbin as the base of their administration over this railway and the Chinese Eastern Railway Zone. The Chinese Eastern Railway extended the Trans-Siberian Railway: substantially reducing the distance from Chita to Vladivostok and also linking the new port city of Dalny (Dalian) and the Russian Naval Base Port Arthur (Lushun). Date: 1905
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1. Title: Russian Soldiers in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, China - A Glimpse into the Past This evocative photograph captures a moment in time during the Russo-Japanese War (1904-1905) in Harbin, the largest city in China's Heilongjiang Province. Harbin, which was once part of Northern Manchuria, was heavily populated by Russians and Chinese, making it a unique melting pot of cultures. The image shows a group of Russian soldiers, dressed in their military uniforms, standing in a snowy street. Harbin's winters were severe, and the soldiers are bundled up against the cold, adding to the sense of isolation and hardship. The city, which was used as Russia's base for military operations in Northeastern China during the war, was also the site of the construction of the Chinese Eastern Railway (CER). Financed by the Russian Empire, the CER extended the Trans-Siberian Railway, significantly reducing the distance between Chita and Vladivostok and linking the new port city of Dalny (Dalian) and the Russian Naval Base Port Arthur (Lushun). The presence of the CER attracted many Russians, including self-exiled Civil War White Russians, who settled in Harbin and contributed to its diverse population. The photograph offers a glimpse into the wild west town atmosphere of Harbin during this period, with its transient populations and shifting spheres of demographic influence. The image is a poignant reminder of the rich history and complex cultural dynamics that once defined this fascinating city. This photograph is a valuable historical record, offering insights into a pivotal moment in the history of Harbin and the broader region. It is an essential addition to any collection focusing on Russian history, Chinese history, or the history of international relations. Date: 1905 (not the company) Source: Mary Evans Prints Online (Rights Managed)
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