Yangtze Collection (page 2)

Communist China - swimmers in Yangtze River
Swimmers (soldiers and civilians) in the water of the Yangtze River (Changjiang) in Communist China in July 1970. They are taking part in a training exercise

Zhenfeng Pagoda, Anqing, Anhui Province, China
Pagoda located inside Yingjiang Temple on the banks of the Yangtze River in Anqing, Anhui Province, Peoples Republic of China. Zhenfeng Pagoda was constructed in 1570 in the Ming Dynasty

Yangtze River - Qutang Gorge - Wind Box Gorge
View of the Qutang Gorge along the Yangtze River from Baidicheng. (also known by early Western travellers as the Wind Box Gorge) Date: circa 1910s

Pagoda overlooking the wide span of the Yangtze River, China Date: circa 1903

Junie, largest houseboat on Upper Yangtze River, China
Junie, claimed to be the largest houseboat on the Upper Yangtze River, China. Date: circa 1905

View of Hangchow (Hangzhou) harbour, China
A view of Hangchow (Hangzhou) harbour or bay, in the Yangtze River Delta region of China. Date: circa 1840

HMS Suffolk with destroyer and gunboat, Nanking, China
HMS Suffolk (55), British County class heavy cruiser, with destroyer D07 and a gunboat on the south bank of the Yangtze River at Nanking (Nanjing), China. Date: circa 1929

Chongqing poor district
Stilted houses on the banks of the River Yangtze in Chongqing (Chungking), one of the poorer parts of a city that would see much suffering during the Sino-Japanese War Date: 1936

U. S. Gunboat Panay abandoned
Crew members of the U, S.Gunboat Panay abandon ship. The gunboat had been bombed by Japanese aircraft while anchored in the Yangtze River, outside Nanking, China even though Japan and the U.S.A

Japanese advance on Hankow
Japanese troops land following a crossing of the River Yangtze during their advance on the city of Hankow (Hankou) in 1938

Hankou children evacuated
Children of the Chinese city of Hankou, Wuhan, are evacuated by boat on the Yangtze River as the city comes under attack by Japanese forces during the Sino-Japanese War Date: 1938

The Modern Skyline of Pudong Along Huangpu River, Shanghai, China

THE S. S. 44 KULING, YANGTZE RIVER CHINA, 1888 engraving
THE S.S. 44 KULING, YANGTZE RIVER CHINA, 1888 engraving

Jinshan Hill Park, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu province, China
Jinshan Hill Park and the Cishou Pagoda, Zhenjiang (Chenkiang) a city in Jiangsu province, in eastern China on the southern bank of the Yangtze River. Date: circa 1910s

China - Shanghai - British Warships on the Yangtze River
China - Shanghai - Date: 1927

THE S. S. 44 KULING, YANGTZE RIVER CHINA, 1888 engraving
THE S.S. 44 KULING, YANGTZE RIVER CHINA, 1888 engraving

China, Yangtze River, A traditional river boat sails with tourists and locals down the river

Cultivated land in upper reaches area of Yangtze River, Lijiang area, Yunnan Province, China

Hankou, China - Yangtze River
Hankou, one of the three cities the merging of which formed modern-day Wuhan, the capital of the Hubei province, China. Buildings alongside the Yangtze River. Date: 1910s

Coal barge on the scenic Three Gorges section of the Yangzi River between Wanxian and Yichang, China, Asia

Coal barges in the Xiling Gorge on the Yangtze River, Hubei, China, Asia

Portrait of a young woman holding parasol, smiling, Yangtze River, Chongqing, Chongqing City, Sichuan Province, China, Asia

Detail of the Chinese flag flying, Yangtze (Yangtse) (Yangzi) River, China, Asia

Yangzi Tiger Leaping Gorge in Yunnan, China, Asia

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The Yangtze River, also known as the Chang Jiang, has witnessed countless moments of historical significance and natural beauty throughout its vast expanse. In 1885, a rising moon cast an ethereal glow over Mount Nanping, creating a breathtaking scene that captivated all who beheld it. In 1931, the river's power was demonstrated during the flooded market in Chinkiang, China. The surging waters transformed the bustling marketplace into a surreal landscape of chaos and resilience. Traveling back to the early 1900s in Chinkiang China reveals a glimpse of daily life along the Yangtze River. People went about their routines against a backdrop of picturesque scenery and traditional architecture. Moving downstream to Wuhan showcases another perspective on this majestic waterway. From Hankou's vantage point across from Wuhan, one could witness the vibrant cityscape harmoniously coexisting with nature's grandeur. Even amidst political turmoil like Communist China in years past, swimmers found solace in the cool embrace of the Yangtze River's currents. Their defiance against adversity symbolized resilience and freedom. During times of conflict such as The Boxer Rebellion, refugees sought refuge on river boats along the Yangtze River. These vessels became sanctuaries for those fleeing danger while highlighting humanity's capacity for compassion even amidst chaos. Venturing further upstream brings us to Tibet—the source of this mighty river—where its journey begins amid stunning landscapes captured beautifully through chromolithography. Journeying back downstream again takes us to Kiuking (Jiujiang), where boats gracefully navigate these ancient waters around 1890—a testament to human ingenuity blending seamlessly with nature’s wonders. Lastly, Donald Mennie’s photogravure series titled "The Grandeur of Gorges" captures awe-inspiring scenes along this magnificent river system—showcasing its sheer scale and untamed beauty that has fascinated explorers and adventurers for centuries.