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With Lord Dufferin in Burma - The Advance Guard on board the Sir William Peel, 1886. Creator: Unknown
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With Lord Dufferin in Burma - The Advance Guard on board the Sir William Peel, 1886. Creator: Unknown
With Lord Dufferin in Burma - The Advance Guard on board the Sir William Peel, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"
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With Lord Dufferin in Burma - The Advance Guard on Board the 'Sir William Peel', 1886
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is an evocative photograph that captures a pivotal moment in British colonial history. The image, published in "The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper," depicts Lord Dufferin, the 1st Marquess of Dufferin and Ava, Earl of Dufferin, and Marquess of Ava, aboard the HMS Sir William Peel as it sails up the Ayeyarwady River in Burma (now Myanmar). The year was 1886, and Lord Dufferin, a distinguished British statesman and diplomat, was leading an expedition to assert British control over the region. The advance guard, visible in the photograph, is made up of British soldiers, ready to secure the territory for the expanding British Empire. Lord Dufferin, dressed in full military regalia, stands at the helm of the boat, his expression resolute and determined. The riverbank is dotted with native Burmese people, who watch the British advance with curiosity and apprehension. The boats in the background, manned by British sailors, carry more troops and supplies, symbolizing the might and reach of the British military machine. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the colonial era, when European powers sought to expand their territories and exert influence over distant lands. It also highlights the role of the British armed forces in shaping the political landscape of Asia, particularly in Burma. The image's hauntingly beautiful black and white tones add to its historical significance, making it a valuable addition to any collection of colonial-era photographs.
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