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Chinese men having their pigtails cut off, 1911
Abolishing the badge of servitude, Chinese men having their pigtails publicly cut off. The pigtail was of Manchu origin, and enforced when the dynasty conquered China in 1627. The Chinese rebellion of 1911, also known as the Xinhai Revolution, saw the end of 2000 years Imperial rule and the establishment of the Republic of China. Date: 1911
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This powerful image captures a pivotal moment in Chinese history during the Chinese Rebellion of 1911, also known as the Xinhai Revolution. The Chinese men in the photograph are having their pigtails, a symbol of Manchu rule and servitude, publicly cut off. The pigtail, a long braid worn at the back of the head, had been enforced since the Manchu dynasty conquered China in 1627. The end of the Manchu dynasty and the establishment of the Republic of China marked the end of 2000 years of imperial rule. The cutting of the pigtails was a significant act of defiance against the Manchu regime and a symbol of the Chinese people's desire for self-determination and freedom. The Chinese Rebellion of 1911 began on October 10, 1911, in Wuchang, Hubei Province, and quickly spread throughout China. The revolution was led by a coalition of military leaders, intellectuals, and reformers who sought to overthrow the Manchu dynasty and establish a modern, democratic government. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and struggles of the Chinese people during this transformative period in their history. The cutting of the pigtails represented not only the end of an era but also the beginning of a new chapter for China. The image serves as a powerful symbol of the Chinese people's resilience and determination to reclaim their identity and sovereignty.
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