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Vintage Photograph China c. 1900 - Boxer rebellion or uprising
Vintage Photograph China c.1900 - Boxer rebellion or uprising, Yihetuan Movement - image from an album of a British soldier who took part of the supression of the uprising - Boxer hold-out near Anting
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This vintage photograph, taken around 1900, captures a pivotal moment during the Boxer Rebellion or Yihetuan Movement in China. The Boxer Rebellion was an anti-foreign, anti-Christian uprising that lasted from 1898 to 1901, during which Chinese nationalists and secret societies, known as the 'Boxers,' rose up against foreign powers and their influence in China. In this image, a British soldier stands proudly in front of a fort or fortress near Anting, a city in Jiangsu Province. The soldier, who took part in the suppression of the rebellion, holds a rifle at the ready, his expression determined and focused. Behind him, a group of Boxer rebels can be seen huddled together, seemingly in surrender or defeat. The traditional Chinese architecture of the fortress stands in stark contrast to the modern military equipment and uniforms of the British soldiers. This photograph offers a glimpse into a fascinating and turbulent era in Chinese history, when the country was grappling with the impact of foreign influence and the desire for nationalist fervor. The image is part of an album belonging to a British soldier who took part in the suppression of the rebellion, providing a firsthand account of this historic event. The photograph is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of China during the late 19th and early 20th centuries and the complex interplay of international and nationalist forces that shaped its history.
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