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Men riding yaks, 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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Men riding yaks, 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
Men riding yaks, 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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Men Riding Yaks: A Glimpse into the Uncharted Terrain of the 1904 Tibet Expedition This photograph, taken from an album of rare and previously unseen images, offers a unique window into the 1904 Tibet Expedition, a little-known military campaign that saw a British force successfully capture Lhasa, the holy city of Tibet, under the Chinese rule at the time. Launched from India and spearheaded by Colonel Francis Younghusband of the Indian Political Service, the expedition was instigated by Lord Curzon, Viceroy of India, who was apprehensive of the growing Russian influence and perceived advancement towards the border. The photographs in this album, which have been passed down through the family of Captain William Charles Hayman, Younghusband's ADC, provide a fascinating account of the expedition's journey. The images depict various aspects of the expedition, including military encampments, monasteries, scenic landscapes, and local inhabitants. In this photograph, British soldiers can be seen riding atop yaks, the sturdy and agile beasts that were essential for traversing the rugged terrain of Tibet. The image not only showcases the challenging conditions faced by the British soldiers but also highlights the cultural exchange that took place between the expedition and the local Tibetan people. The success of the Tibet Expedition resulted in several concessions from Tibet, but the debate over its worthwhile return continues. This album, with its rich and diverse collection of images, offers a valuable insight into this intriguing chapter of history and sheds light on the complex political landscape of the time.
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