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Sino Japanese Collection

The Sino-Japanese conflict, a historic clash between two powerful nations, is vividly captured in these captivating images

Background imageSino Japanese Collection: Engraving depicting a scene from the First Sino-Japanese War

Engraving depicting a scene from the First Sino-Japanese War
3521118 Engraving depicting a scene from the First Sino-Japanese War; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a scene from the First Sino-Japanese War. Dated 1894); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageSino Japanese Collection: Yushukan at Kudan, Tokyo

Yushukan at Kudan, Tokyo - a war trophy cannon, from the First Sino-Japanese War (1894-95), sitting on the lawn fronting the war museum. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageSino Japanese Collection: Europe expects China to defeat Japan, 1894

Europe expects China to defeat Japan, 1894
Cartoon at the time of the beginning of the first Sino-Japanese War (July 1894 - September 1895). Europe (represented by Mr Punch) expects China to defeat Japan. Date: 1894

Background imageSino Japanese Collection: Sino-Japanese War, Shanghai gate, illustration from Le Petit Journal

Sino-Japanese War, Shanghai gate, illustration from Le Petit Journal
REV287697 Sino-Japanese War, Shanghai gate, illustration from Le Petit Journal, Supplement illustre, 6th January 1895 (colour engraving) by Meyer

Background imageSino Japanese Collection: The Russo-Japanese War: a hand-to-hand struggle in the earthworks at Port Arthur

The Russo-Japanese War: a hand-to-hand struggle in the earthworks at Port Arthur
STC306671 The Russo-Japanese War: a hand-to-hand struggle in the earthworks at Port Arthur, illustration from The History of the Nation (litho) by Woodville

Background imageSino Japanese Collection: The Russo-Japanese War: a hand-to-hand struggle in the earthworks at Port Arthur

The Russo-Japanese War: a hand-to-hand struggle in the earthworks at Port Arthur
STC373338 The Russo-Japanese War: a hand-to-hand struggle in the earthworks at Port Arthur, illustration from The History of the Nation (litho) by Woodville

Background imageSino Japanese Collection: Scenes from the Sino-Japanese War (Colour Litho)

Scenes from the Sino-Japanese War (Colour Litho)
2783809 Scenes from the Sino-Japanese War (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scenes from the Sino-Japanese War)

Background imageSino Japanese Collection: Battle of Ping-Yang, 1894. Engraving

Battle of Ping-Yang, 1894. Engraving
First Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895). Battle of Ping-Yang (September 15, 1894). The Japanese take a Chinese position. Colored engraving

Background imageSino Japanese Collection: Battle of Ping-Yang, 1894. Engraving. Colored

Battle of Ping-Yang, 1894. Engraving. Colored
First Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895). Battle of Ping-Yang (September 15, 1894). The Japanese take a Chinese position. Engraving. Colored

Background imageSino Japanese Collection: First Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895). Conflict between Qing D

First Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895). Conflict between Qing Dynasty China and Meiji Japan, primarily over control of Korea. Colored engraving

Background imageSino Japanese Collection: Nisshin sensAc e, Sino-Japanese War. Utagawa, Kokunimasa, 1874-1944, artist, [1894

Nisshin sensAc e, Sino-Japanese War. Utagawa, Kokunimasa, 1874-1944, artist, [1894 or 1895], 1 print : woodcut, color; 36.8 x 24.6 cm

Background imageSino Japanese Collection: Chinese Army

Chinese Army
Speeding the Parting Stranger by C. E. Fripp, 1895. Published in the Graphic, 7th September 1895. The artists final impression of the Chinese Army upon leaving Peking (Beijing)

Background imageSino Japanese Collection: First Sino-Japanese War, 1894: Battle at the mouth of the Yalu River, 17 September 1894

First Sino-Japanese War, 1894: Battle at the mouth of the Yalu River, 17 September 1894, between the Japanese and Chinese navies. The Chinese fleet was overwhelmed by that of the Japanese

Background imageSino Japanese Collection: First Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895) for control of Korea, a Chinese tribute state

First Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895) for control of Korea, a Chinese tribute state. Japanese forces taking the fortress of Liuren, 27 October 1894. Battle Infantry Trade Card Advertising

Background imageSino Japanese Collection: Japanese soldiers enter a city in China, Circa 1937, A

Japanese soldiers enter a city in China, Circa 1937, A



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The Sino-Japanese conflict, a historic clash between two powerful nations, is vividly captured in these captivating images. At Yushukan in Kudan, Tokyo, the remnants of this tumultuous era stand tall as a reminder of the past. The Battle of Ping-Yang in 1894 comes to life through intricate engravings that depict the intensity and chaos on the battlefield. With colors added to these engravings, one can almost feel the heat and passion emanating from each scene. As tensions escalated during this war, Europe held its breath with high expectations for China's victory over Japan. Illustrations from Le Petit Journal showcase Shanghai gate as a symbol of resistance against Japanese forces. In another chapter of this historical saga - The Russo-Japanese War - hand-to-hand struggles within Port Arthur's earthworks reveal the brutal reality faced by soldiers on both sides. Color lithographs bring forth scenes from the Sino-Japanese War with vibrant hues that breathe life into every frame. From clashes in Manchuria to conflicts between Qing Dynasty and Nisshin sensAc e forces, these illustrations transport us back to an era filled with turmoil and strife. Through these visual glimpses into history, we are reminded of the significance and impact that wars like these have had on shaping our world today. They serve as poignant reminders of human resilience amidst adversity while urging us never to forget our shared pasts.