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The Dalai Lama's House at Kalimpong, India, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904
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The Dalai Lama's House at Kalimpong, India, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904
The Dalai Lama's House at Kalimpong, India, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904. The Tibet Expedition was launched from India and sanctioned by Lord Curzon, Viceroy of India, who was concerned over Russian influence and supposed advance toward the border. The expedition eventually gained a number of concessions from Tibet, nominally under Chinese control at the time, but whether the effort was worth the return is certainly up for debate. This album came by direct descent from the family of Captain William Charles Hayman, ADC to the expedition's leader, Colonel Francis Younghusband of the Indian Political Service (Younghusband was accompanied by a strong military escort commanded by Brigadier General James Macdonald). The photographs show various elements of the expedition: military, monasteries, scenery, towns and locals. Date: 1904
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This photograph showcases The Dalai Lama's House at Kalimpong, India, as it appeared in 1904, taken from an intriguing album that sheds new light on a little-known military campaign. Known as the Tibet Expedition, this British military endeavor was launched from India under the authorization of Lord Curzon, the Viceroy of India, who sought to counteract growing Russian influence and perceived advancements toward the border. The expedition, led by Colonel Francis Younghusband of the Indian Political Service, eventually secured a number of concessions from Tibet, then nominally under Chinese rule. The album, which has been passed down through the family of Captain William Charles Hayman, who served as ADC to Colonel Younghusband, offers a unique and fascinating glimpse into the expedition. The photographs within the album depict various aspects of the campaign, including military scenes, monasteries, scenic vistas, towns, and local inhabitants. The Tibet Expedition, while successful in gaining territorial concessions, remains a subject of debate regarding its overall worth. The complex political dynamics of the region, coupled with the cultural and religious significance of Tibet, make this campaign a captivating chapter in the history of British colonialism in Asia. This photograph, taken at The Dalai Lama's House in Kalimpong, serves as a poignant reminder of the rich history and intrigue that surrounds this remarkable period in history.
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