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Yuan-Shih-Kai
Top image, Yuan-Shi-Kai, premier of china, boating in his home town. Yuan- Shi-kai was a Chinese military and government official who rose to power during the late Qing dynasty, becoming the Emperor of the Empire of China. Centre image, Chinese armed police and soldiers of Yaun- shi- Kai. Bottom image of the Chinese Amazon Corps. Mostly women who were accepted after much deliberation as fighting units of the Chinese republic. Date: 1912
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IMAGE CAPTION: This evocative trio of photographs offers a glimpse into the complex and transformative period of Chinese history during the late Qing Dynasty and the early Chinese Republic. The top image features Yuan Shi-Kai (1859-1916), a prominent Chinese military and government official, enjoying a leisurely boat ride in his hometown. Yuan Shi-Kai rose to power during the waning days of the Qing Dynasty, eventually becoming the first and only Emperor of the short-lived Empire of China from 1912 to 1915. The central image showcases Chinese armed police and soldiers under Yuan Shi-Kai's command. The Qing Dynasty, which had ruled China for over 250 years, was in a state of turmoil following the Xinhai Revolution in 1911. Yuan Shi-Kai played a crucial role in suppressing the rebellion and restoring order, leading to his appointment as the provisional President of the Chinese Republic in 1912. The bottom image captures the Chinese Amazon Corps, an all-female military unit that was formed during this time. The creation of the Amazon Corps was a groundbreaking decision, as women had traditionally been excluded from the Chinese military. After much deliberation, Yuan Shi-Kai accepted these units as fighting forces of the Chinese Republic, marking a significant shift in gender roles and military structure. These images offer a fascinating glimpse into the political, social, and military landscape of early 20th century China, a time of great change and upheaval. Yuan Shi-Kai's leadership during this period was instrumental in shaping the future of the Chinese Republic, and his legacy continues to be debated among historians and scholars. [Source: ILN - Consolidated Archive Holdings Ltd - Project from Mary Evans Prints Online]
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