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The British Legation at Peking, now destroyed by Chinese guns (b / w photo)
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The British Legation at Peking, now destroyed by Chinese guns (b / w photo)
6003685 The British Legation at Peking, now destroyed by Chinese guns (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The British Legation at Peking, now destroyed by Chinese guns. Illustration for China of Today or The Yellow Peril edited by Charles N Robinson (Navy & Army Illustrated and George Newnes, c 1896).); © Look and Learn
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British Legation Crisis Destroyed Minister Morning Nineties Office Peking Secretaries Student Students The Yellow Peril Tiffin Chineses Interpreters
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This print captures a haunting scene from the past, showcasing "The British Legation at Peking" in ruins after being destroyed by Chinese guns. Taken by an anonymous European photographer in the 19th century, this image is now part of a private collection. The photograph was originally featured as an illustration for "China of Today or The Yellow Peril" edited by Charles N Robinson in 1896. It serves as a powerful visual representation of the crisis faced during that time. In the picture, we see students and interpreters gathered outside the legation's entrance on a sunny summer day. Some are engaged in morning activities while others enjoy their tiffin break. The surrounding houses bear witness to the destruction caused by Chinese gunfire. This image not only provides historical insight into China's tumultuous past but also highlights the tensions between Western powers and Asian nations during this period. It reminds us of how conflicts can shape our world and serves as a reminder of both resilience and loss. As we gaze upon this poignant snapshot frozen in time, it prompts us to reflect on the complex dynamics between cultures, politics, and power struggles that have shaped our shared history.
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