Yangtse Collection

Flight Lieutenant K. H. F Letford, DFO
Flight Lieutenant Kenneth Harold Francis Letford, as he appeared in the Illustrated London News in 1949, when he was awarded a bar to his Distinguished Flying Cross for gallantry in assisting HMS

Crossing River on Reed
The Chinese patriarch, the Bodhidharma Po-Ti Ta-Mo, needing to cross the Yangtse river, stands on a reed which obligingly ferries him over

Views in China: the Little Orphan Rock, on the River Yang-Tze-Kiang, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Views in China: the Little Orphan Rock, on the River Yang-Tze-Kiang, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Mr. F. L. Bedwell, of '...a view of the Little Orphan Rock - a most remarkable islet

Views in China: the cliff and temple at Hukau, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Views in China: the cliff and temple at Hukau, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Mr. F. L. Bedwell, of '...the Cliff and Temple at Hukau, which place, at the entrance of the Poyang Lake

The Chinese Outrages - The Riots in the Foreign Concessions at Ichang on the Upper Yangtze, 1891 Creator: Unknown
'The Chinese Outrages - The Riots in the Foreign Concessions at Ichang on the Upper Yangtze River; The Roman Catholic Mission, 1891. From "The Graphic

Shanghae, from an original sketch, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Shanghae, from an original sketch, 1854. British ships at Shanghai in China. Its fine climate, fertile soil, commanding position, rising wealth and commerce

View on the upper Yang-Tze-Kiang, c1890. The Yangtse river in China. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XIII, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

HMS Amethyst, after action on the Yangtze River, 20th April 1949

The Tragic Pyre (Colour Litho)
2778229 The Tragic Pyre (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The tragic pyre. Scenes of confusion)

Men pulling a boat through rapids, China, East Asia
Men pulling a boat by ropes through rapids on the Yangtze River, China. Date: 1922

White Emperors Temple, looking down the Gorge of the Fearsome Pool, or Bellows Gorge (b / w photo)
5202238 White Emperors Temple, looking down the Gorge of the Fearsome Pool, or Bellows Gorge (b/w photo) by Little, Alicia (1845-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: White Emperors Temple)

Poling a Boat Up a Rapid (b / w photo)
5202237 Poling a Boat Up a Rapid (b/w photo) by Little, Alicia (1845-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Poling a Boat Up a Rapid)

The Witchies Mountain and the Yangtze River Gorge, China, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
The Witchies Mountain and the Yangtze River Gorge, China, c1930s. From " Tour of the World". [Keystone View Company, Meadville, Pa. New York, Chicago, London]

Francis Garnier, French naval officer and explorer, c1873. Garnier (1839-1873) explored the valleys of the Mekong and Yangtze Rivers

Wuhan, China, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
Wuhan, China, 1895. At the confluence of the Han and Yangtse rivers. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

The Upper Yangtse-Kiang, China, 1895. Artist: Weber
The Upper Yangtse-Kiang, China, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XIV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

The Upper Yangtze river, China, 1895. Artist: Charles Barbant
The Upper Yangtze river, China, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XII, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

General view of Nanking, c1890. The town of Nanjing in China. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XIII, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

The Yang-Tze-Kiang-Mitan Gorge, c1890. The Yangtse river in China. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XIII, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

China / Seaou-Koo-Shan
A remarkable island (the name means Little Orphan Hill) in the Yangtse-Kiang river : it is surmounted by a temple although its situation must discourage worshippers

Junie, largest houseboat on Upper Yangtze River, China
Junie, claimed to be the largest houseboat on the Upper Yangtze River, China. Date: circa 1905

Amethyst Runs the Yangtse Gauntlet. The Frigate returning fire soon after the start of her historic dash down to sea. Date: 1949

HMS Suffolk with destroyer and gunboat, Nanking, China
HMS Suffolk (55), British County class heavy cruiser, with destroyer D07 and a gunboat on the south bank of the Yangtze River at Nanking (Nanjing), China. Date: circa 1929

China Nanjing
River Chang (formerly Yangtse) at Nanjing, showing the bridge and the Porcelain Pagoda, the Temple of Gratitude, which will be heavilg damaged in 19th century wars. Date: circa 1835

Rock of the Little Orphan on the Yangtze River, 1893 (engraving)
XJF387455 Rock of the Little Orphan on the Yangtze River, 1893 (engraving) by Karazin, Nikolay (1842-1908) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The steamship Vladivostok on the Yangtze River, part of the Tsarevichs Eastern
XJF387456 The steamship Vladivostok on the Yangtze River, part of the Tsarevichs Eastern Journey, 1893 (engraving) by Karazin

Quay at Hankou, 1893 (engraving)
XJF387457 Quay at Hankou, 1893 (engraving) by Karazin, Nikolay (1842-1908) (after); Private Collection; Russian, out of copyright

Shanghai and the Yangtze, 1989. Image to of two. Shanghai, visible as a grey conurbation towards the bottom left, is one of the largest cities in the world

China Chan River
Landing-place in the upper reaches of the river

Coal barge on the scenic Three Gorges section of the Yangzi River between Wanxian and Yichang, China, Asia

Town built on steep sandstone slopes above confluence of Yangtse and Jialing Rivers, Chongqing, China, Asia

Detail of the Chinese flag flying, Yangtze (Yangtse) (Yangzi) River, China, Asia

Yangzi Tiger Leaping Gorge in Yunnan, China, Asia

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"Exploring the Mighty Yangtse: A Journey Through Time and Rapids" Embark on a captivating voyage along the Yangtse River, as captured by Flight Lieutenant K. H. F Letford, DFO. Witness the daring crossing of the river on reeds, an extraordinary feat that showcases human resilience. In "View on the upper Yang-Tze-Kiang, c1890, " immerse yourself in a breathtaking panorama of this majestic waterway. Marvel at its sheer beauty and grandeur as it winds through China's picturesque landscapes. "The Tragic Pyre (Colour Litho)" evokes a sense of melancholy, reminding us of the dangers faced by those who navigate these treacherous waters. Men pulling a boat through rapids demonstrate their strength and determination against nature's forces in East Asia. Discover serenity amidst chaos at White Emperors Temple while gazing down upon the Gorge of the Fearsome Pool or Bellows Gorge (b/w photo). Feel awe-struck by this natural wonder that commands respect from all who behold it. Witness courage in action with "Poling a Boat Up a Rapid (b/w photo). " Experience firsthand how individuals conquer turbulent currents to forge ahead towards their destination. "The Witchies Mountain and the Yangtze River Gorge, China, c1930s" invites you into an enigmatic world where myth intertwines with reality. Explore mysterious terrains shaped by time itself under an unknown creator's watchful eye. Francis Garnier stands tall as both French naval officer and explorer in his portrait from 1873. His pioneering spirit embodies those who dared to venture into uncharted territories along this legendary river. Transport yourself back to Wuhan in 1895 through Charles Barbant's artwork capturing its essence. Immerse yourself in bustling streets teeming with life and witness history unfold before your eyes.