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Communist China - training barefoot doctors
Communist China - a military doctor trains three young women as so-called barefoot doctors, usually village-based farm workers trained in primary health care and basic hygiene, including acupuncture, as an organised aspect of the Cultural Revolution.
circa late 1960s
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Media ID 14396106
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Acupuncture Barefoot Basic Booklet Communism Communist Cultural Doctor Doctors Health Hygiene Peoples Primary Propaganda Revolution Teaching Trained
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Introducing the captivating 'Communist China - training barefoot doctors' print from our Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, taken from the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a fascinating glimpse into China's past. In this powerful photograph, a military doctor instructs three dedicated young women in the art of being barefoot doctors. Part of Mao Zedong's revolutionary health care program, these village-based practitioners were trained in primary health care and basic hygiene, even learning acupuncture techniques. This poignant and historically significant print is a must-have for those interested in Chinese history, politics, or social reform. Bring the intriguing story of barefoot doctors into your home or office with this captivating piece of art."
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment during China's Cultural Revolution in the late 1960s. In the image, a stern-faced military doctor, dressed in his uniform and wearing a cap, instructs three young women as they practice acupuncture techniques. These women, known as "barefoot doctors," were an essential aspect of the Communist regime's rural healthcare system. Barefoot doctors were typically village-based farm workers who received basic training in primary healthcare and hygiene, including acupuncture. The program was an organized effort to improve healthcare access in rural areas, where medical resources were scarce. The name "barefoot doctors" came from their lack of formal medical education and their close connection to the land and the people they served. The photograph is a powerful example of the state's use of propaganda during the Cultural Revolution. The image reinforces the idea that the Communist Party was dedicated to the welfare of the people, particularly those in rural areas. The doctor's military uniform and the women's serious expressions add an air of authority and discipline to the scene. The photograph is from the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection, a vast archive of historical images that offers a unique window into the past. This image is a poignant reminder of a time when the Chinese Communist Party sought to mobilize its citizens to build a more equitable and healthier society, even in the midst of political upheaval and social turmoil.
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