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China / Rival Warlords
Anarchy as rival warlords dispute territory. Date: 1924
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Anarchy Dispute Rival Territory 1924 Warlords
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step into the past with our captivating China / Rival Warlords poster print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back to 1924 - an era of anarchy and disputed territories among the warlords of China. This rights-managed print, featuring the powerful and dramatic photograph of the chaos and turmoil, makes for an intriguing addition to any wall. Bring history to life in your home or office with this striking and authentic piece from Media Storehouse."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the chaos and anarchy that gripped China in the aftermath of the fall of the Qing Dynasty, rival warlords vied for control over territories and resources. In this photograph taken in 1924, soldiers from the warlord Sun Chuanfang's army stand atop a fortification, surveying the land below. Their expressions are tense and determined as they prepare for battle against their rivals. The period from 1916 to 1928, known as the Warlord Era, was marked by the fragmentation of China into various fiefdoms, each ruled by a powerful military leader. These warlords, who rose to power through military might rather than political or moral authority, engaged in constant power struggles and territorial disputes. The backdrop to this image is the Second Zhili-Fengtian War, a major conflict between the warlords Feng Yuxiang and Zhang Zongchang. The war began in 1924 and lasted for over a year, resulting in significant loss of life and destruction. The conflict was fueled by a complex web of political, military, and personal motivations, including territorial ambitions, ideological differences, and personal grudges. Despite the devastation wrought by the war, the warlords continued to fight, fueled by their desire for power and control. The anarchy that reigned during this period made it impossible for China to rebuild and modernize, and it was only with the establishment of the Nationalist government under Chiang Kai-shek in 1928 that some semblance of order was restored. This photograph serves as a stark reminder of the chaos and violence that engulfed China during the Warlord Era, and the human cost of the power struggles that ensued. It is a testament to the resilience of the Chinese people, who endured decades of turmoil and suffering before eventually achieving their goal of national unity and independence.
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