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With Lord Dufferin in Burma - Reception of the Viceroy and Lady Dufferin at Mandalay, 1886. Creator: Unknown
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With Lord Dufferin in Burma - Reception of the Viceroy and Lady Dufferin at Mandalay, 1886. Creator: Unknown
With Lord Dufferin in Burma - Reception of the Viceroy and Lady Dufferin at Mandalay, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"
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With Lord Dufferin in Burma: Reception of the Viceroy and Lady Dufferin at Mandalay, 1886" is an evocative black-and-white photograph capturing a significant moment in British colonial history. The image, published in "The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper," depicts the Earl and Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava, Frederick Temple Blackwood, receiving a warm welcome from the Burmese people during their visit to Mandalay in 1886. Lord Dufferin, who was the Viceroy and Governor-General of India at the time, and his wife, Lady Dufferin, embarked on an official tour of Burma following the British annexation of the country in 1885. This photograph captures the grandeur and pageantry of their reception in Mandalay, with the couple standing on a balcony, surrounded by a sea of colorfully dressed Burmese men and women. The Earl of Dufferin, who was also known as the Marquess of Dufferin and Ava, was a prominent figure in British colonial politics. He had previously served as the British Ambassador to Constantinople and was later appointed as the Governor-General of Canada. This photograph offers a glimpse into the complexities of colonialism during the 19th century, with the British Empire's expansion into Burma and the interactions between the British and Burmese peoples. The image, which is an engraving from "The Graphic," is a poignant reminder of the historical significance of Lord and Lady Dufferin's visit to Burma and the impact of colonialism on the region. The photograph's timeless quality and intriguing subject matter continue to captivate viewers and offer valuable insights into the past.
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