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Tibetan polo match, 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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Tibetan polo match, 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
Tibetan polo match, 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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In this photograph, a Tibetan polo match unfolds against the backdrop of the breathtaking Himalayan landscape. This image is taken from an intriguing album that sheds new light on a little-known campaign in world history: the British expedition to Tibet in 1904. Led by Colonel Francis Younghusband of the Indian Political Service, this expedition was launched from India under the auspices of Lord Curzon, Viceroy of India. The primary objective was to counteract perceived Russian influence and supposed advances toward the border. The eventual outcome of the Tibet Expedition saw the acquisition of several concessions from Tibet, which was nominally under Chinese control at the time. However, the debate continues as to whether the effort was worth the return. This album, which has been passed down through the family of Captain William Charles Hayman, who served as ADC (Aide-de-Camp) to Colonel Younghusband, offers a unique glimpse into the expedition. The photographs within the album depict various aspects of the journey, including military scenes, monasteries, scenic vistas, towns, and local inhabitants. The Tibetan polo match captured in this photograph showcases the rich cultural traditions of the region and the resilience of its people. The players, dressed in their traditional attire, engage in a spirited game, their focus unbroken by the presence of the British military forces that surround them. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the complex interplay of politics, culture, and human spirit that defined this fascinating period in history.
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