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Russo-Japanese War - 3rd Army Division at Battle of Shaho
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Russo-Japanese War - 3rd Army Division at Battle of Shaho
Japanese Commander and his staff of the Third Army at the Battle of Shaho (Saka no kaisen) - the second large-scale land battle of the Russo-Japanese War fought along a 37-mile front centred at the Shaho River along the Mukden Port Arthur spur of the China Far East Railway north of Liaoyang, Manchuria. Date: 1904
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This evocative photograph captures the Japanese Commander and his staff of the Third Army, strategically positioned on a hilltop overlooking the battlefield during the Battle of Shaho, also known as the Second Battle of Mukden or Saka no Kaisen, in the Russo-Japanese War of 1904. The battle took place along a 37-mile front centered at the Shaho River, north of Liaoyang in Manchuria. The Third Army, a crucial component of the Japanese occupying forces, played a pivotal role in the defense against the advancing Russian forces. The Commander and his officers are seen intently studying the terrain through binoculars, planning their next move as the sun sets over the battlefield. The map spread out before them indicates the strategic importance of their position, with the Mukden Port Arthur spur of the China East Railway visible in the background. The hilltop offers a commanding view of the battlefield, allowing the Japanese forces to anticipate the enemy's movements and adapt their strategy accordingly. The Battle of Shaho was a significant turning point in the Russo-Japanese War, marking the end of the Russian offensive in Manchuria and leading to their eventual defeat. This photograph offers a glimpse into the intense and decisive moments of this historical conflict, providing a fascinating insight into the military tactics and strategies employed during this pivotal time in world history.
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