Tianjin Collection (#4)

French soldier in China
A French soldier in China, probably in the French concession in Tientsin (Tianjin). Date: C.1911

American soldier in China, possibly in the British concession in Tientsin (Tianjin). (The United States didn t request or receive extraterritorial rights in Tientsin.) Date: C.1911

Indian guard in Tientsin, China
Indian guard in the British army in Tientsin (now Tianjin), China Date: 1911

Bubonic plague in China
Bubonic plague outbreak in China, in Tientsin (now Tianjin): people wrapped up to try to protect themselves from the plague, possibly carrying out some sort of fumigation procedure. Date: 1911

Barracks gate in Tientsin, China
Four Chinese soldiers wearing turbans at the gate of army barracks in Tientsin (now Tianjin) in China, where the 1st Battalion of the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers were posted

Inniskillings in winter uniform
Men of the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, serving in China, wearing winter uniforms in Tientsin (now Tianjin). They each carry a pair of metal snow shoes which will give grip in the snow. Date: c.1911

China Tianjin
The FORTRESS of TYEN-TSING- WEY on the utmost border eastward of the Province of Peking, where 3 Rivers meet - in the Hai river at Tianjin. Date: 1752

China, Ji Province, Tianjin. The Great Wall of China at Huangyaguan. Wall built in remote area of Huangya Pass during the Northern Qi Dynasty (550, 557). Stone gate. A UNESCO World Heritage Site

Snow cover encircles Bo Hai and extends to the north and west of that water body
January 4, 2010 - Snow cover encircles Bo Hai and extends to the north and west of that water body. Snow also covers Beijing, Tianjin, and a constellation of smaller settlements

View near the City of Tientsin, 1800 (w / c over graphite on wove paper)
XYC284256 View near the City of Tientsin, 1800 (w/c over graphite on wove paper) by Alexander, William (1767-1816); 23x36.4 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English

China, Tianjin, Towering skyscraper above restored French Concession district along Jiefang Beilu near Liberation Bridge along Haihe River on autumn evening

China, Tianjin, Reflections inside cavernous and nearly empty interior of newly built Tianjin West Railway Station

CHINA: CEMETERY, c1900. Two men standing among mounds at a Chinese cemetery near Tianjin, China. Stereograph, c1900

CHINA: BOXER REBELLION. The Japanese commander, Colonel Awaya leading his troops in the attack against a Chinese walled city while British forces attack from the left

BOXER REBELLION, c1901. Company of Boxers, Tien-Tsin, China. Stereograph, c1901

CHINA: BOXER REBELLION. Charge of the Japanese cavalry among the bamboos outside Tientsin, China. Contemporary drawing by Richard Caton Woodville

China - Chinese Actor and Actress - Tianjin. Date: 1910s

Boxer Rebllion, China - British Troops at Battle of Tientsin, July 13th 14th, 1900. A multinational military force, representing the Eight-Nation Alliance

Japanese commander, Major General Fukushima, standing with a British commander and other officers
CHINA: BOXER REBELLION. Japanese commander, Major General Fukushima, standing with a British commander and other officers, as the allied troops attack the walled city of Tianjin, China

The Japanese cavalry advancing through fields toward a walled city in China
CHINA: BOXER REBELLION. The Japanese cavalry advancing through fields toward a walled city in China. Color lithograph by Ishimatsu Nakajima, 1900

Boxer Rising, China, 1899-1901: Troops of the Eight-Nation Alliance under the command of Japanese Colonel Kuriya, attacking Tianjin (Tientsin), 14 July 1900

Tianjin, China, True Colour Satellite Image
Satellite view of Tianjin, China. This image was compiled from data acquired by LANDSAT 7 satellite

Tianjin, China, Relief Map
Relief map of Tianjin, China. This image was compiled from data acquired by LANDSAT 7 satellite combined with elevation data

CHINA: BARGE TRAVEL, 1894. The Chinese Prime Minister, Li Hung Chang, Viceroy of Chih-Li, going in his state barge from Tientsin to Pao-Ting-Fu. Line engraving, 1894

WINTER UNIFORMS circa 1911
Men of the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, serving in China, wear winter uniforms in Tientsin (now Tianjin). C.1911

Inniskillings at Chinese railway station
The Inniskilling Fusiliers, stationed in China, are ordered back to Europe to die on the western front : a scene in transit at Tientsin (now Tianjin)

Fort at Tianjin
Fort near Tianjin (previously known as Tientsin)

Palace Near Tianjin
The summer palace of the Emperor of China, opposite the city of Tianjin (previously Tientsin)

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Tianjin, a city steeped in history and brimming with captivating stories. Nestled on the eastern coast of China, this vibrant metropolis has witnessed countless events that have shaped its identity. Looking at a map of China, Tianjin stands out as a significant dot, marked by its strategic location near the Bohai Sea. It was here that the Boxer Rebellion unfolded in 1900 – an intense battle between British and Japanese troops against the formidable Boxer forces. The echoes of their clashes still resonate through time. Gordon Hall, an emblematic structure in Tientsin (Tianjin), serves as a testament to the city's colonial past. Its grandeur reflects an era when foreign powers left their architectural imprints on Chinese soil. Winter paints Tientsin (Tianjin) with ethereal beauty. Snow blankets the streets and rooftops like a pristine white canvas from decades ago. A snowy scene captured in old photographs from the 1880s transports us back to simpler times. Breaking ice for water was once a common sight in Tientsin (Tianjin). As winter gripped the city tightly, residents had to overcome frozen obstacles to access this vital resource - showcasing their resilience amidst harsh conditions. A panoramic view from atop showcases Tianjin's skyline circa 1900 - bustling streets filled with life and energy. The Bund stands tall along Haihe River, exuding charm reminiscent of early 20th-century China. The ancient city gate tells tales of centuries-old traditions and customs that have endured through generations. Standing proud despite changing times, it remains an iconic symbol of Tianjin's rich heritage. During tumultuous times like the Boxer Uprising, Tianjin opened its arms to refugees seeking safety within its borders. Their presence added diversity to street scenes; faces reflecting different cultures intertwined harmoniously amidst adversity. Today, modernity blends seamlessly with tradition as you stroll down Tianjin's streets.