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Japanese soldiers in uniform
Japanese soldiers. A colonial trooper (left) and a member of the Elite Infantry (right).
circa 1906
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Elite Infantry Rifles Russo Trooper
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A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 9.6cm high x 8.1cm diameter (3.8" x 3.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, two Japanese soldiers, a colonial trooper on the left and a member of the Elite Infantry on the right, stand at attention, their gazes fixed ahead. The year is circa 1906, and the setting is Japan, a country undergoing rapid modernization and expansion of its colonial empire. The colonial trooper, dressed in a khaki uniform with a peaked cap and carrying a rifle slung over his shoulder, represents the Japanese military's efforts to assert control over its colonies in Asia, particularly Korea, which was annexed in 1910. His presence in this photograph underscores Japan's growing military power and its ambitions to project that power beyond its borders. The Elite Infantry soldier, wearing a more formal uniform with a tall, peaked cap and carrying a flag, embodies the pride and discipline of the Japanese military. The Elite Infantry, also known as the Imperial Guards, was the most elite unit in the Japanese army, responsible for protecting the emperor and the imperial palace. The soldier's rigid posture and the raised flag suggest a sense of duty, loyalty, and national pride. The photograph also reveals the technological advancements of the Japanese military at the time. Both soldiers carry modern rifles, likely of European design, reflecting Japan's adoption of Western military technology. The presence of these soldiers in uniform, with their rifles at the ready, underscores the importance of military might in Japan's modernization and its aspirations as a global power. This photograph is a poignant reminder of Japan's military history and its complex relationship with colonialism and imperialism. It also showcases the discipline, pride, and technological advancements of the Japanese military during a pivotal period in Japanese history.
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