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The Crisis in China (engraving)
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The Crisis in China (engraving)
1600178 The Crisis in China (engraving) by Schonberg, Johann Nepomuk (1780-1863) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crisis in China. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 22 September 1900.
John Schonberg); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23002208
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bananas Boxer Rebellion Buying Colombo Crisis Members Military Escort Tientsin Chineses
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The Crisis in China - A Glimpse into the Turmoil of Boxer Rebellion
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photo print, titled "The Crisis in China" takes us back to a significant moment in history - the Boxer Rebellion. Created by Johann Nepomuk Schonberg and published in The Illustrated London News on September 22,1900, this engraving offers a powerful visual narrative of the tumultuous events unfolding in China. In this scene, we witness French marines leading a military escort through the streets of Tientsin during the rebellion. Amidst the chaos, native Christians seek refuge while German naval battalion members engage with local vendors selling bananas – an unexpected sight amidst such turmoil. The image encapsulates both despair and resilience as it portrays Chinese civilians caught up in a crisis they did not ask for. The black and white composition adds to its historical authenticity, transporting viewers to an era when Asia was grappling with external influences and internal conflicts. "The Crisis in China" serves as a poignant reminder of how political unrest can disrupt lives across continents. It sheds light on the struggles faced by ordinary people who were inadvertently drawn into larger geopolitical conflicts. As we contemplate this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' collection, let us reflect upon our shared humanity and strive for peaceful resolutions that honor diversity and protect vulnerable communities worldwide.
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