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Japanese attempt to block the entrance to Port Arthur, 1904 (litho)
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Japanese attempt to block the entrance to Port Arthur, 1904 (litho)
8655621 Japanese attempt to block the entrance to Port Arthur, 1904 (litho) by Lacy, Charles John de (c.1860-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sinking of the old transport ships Hokoku Maru and Jinsen Maru by the Russians during the Japanese attempt to block the entrance to Port Arthur, Russo-Japanese War, 1904. Illustration from Japan's Fight for Freedom - The Story of the War between Russia and Japan, by H W Wilson (The Amalgamated Press, Limited, London, 1904-1906).); © Look and Learn
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Battleship Chineze Demolish Demolishes Demolition Imperialism Imperialist Nightly Nocturnal Port Arthur Seawater War Ship Warship Warships Asiae Chineses Marines Maritime Force Naval Force Naval Infantry
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This striking lithograph captures a pivotal moment in the Russo-Japanese War of 1904, as the Japanese attempt to block the entrance to Port Arthur. The scene shows the sinking of two old transport ships, Hokoku Maru and Jinsen Maru, by Russian forces. The chaos and destruction of war are vividly depicted in this image, with flags flying high amidst the naval battle.
The artist, Charles John de Lacy, skillfully conveys the intensity of the conflict between Japan and Russia during this historic period. The Japanese navy is shown in action, attempting to assert their dominance over Port Arthur while facing fierce resistance from Russian warships.
As night falls on the tumultuous sea, the fate of these opposing forces hangs in balance. This lithograph serves as a reminder of the imperialist ambitions that fueled conflicts like this one throughout history.
Through detailed brushstrokes and expert composition, Lacy brings to life a moment frozen in time - a testament to bravery and sacrifice on both sides of this brutal war. This print is not just a piece of art but also a window into an important chapter in global history that continues to resonate today.
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