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Group photo of Tashi Lama and polo players, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904
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Group photo of Tashi Lama and polo players, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904
Group photo of Tashi Lama and polo players, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904. The Tibet Expedition was launched from India and sanctioned by Lord Curzon, Viceroy of India, who was concerned over Russian influence and supposed advance toward the border. The expedition eventually gained a number of concessions from Tibet, nominally under Chinese control at the time, but whether the effort was worth the return is certainly up for debate. This album came by direct descent from the family of Captain William Charles Hayman, ADC to the expedition's leader, Colonel Francis Younghusband of the Indian Political Service (Younghusband was accompanied by a strong military escort commanded by Brigadier General James Macdonald). The photographs show various elements of the expedition: military, monasteries, scenery, towns and locals. Date: 1904
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In this evocative group photograph, the Tashi Lama, spiritual leader of Tibet, is seen posing with British polo players during the Tibet Expedition of 1904. This fascinating album, which has come down through the family of Captain William Charles Hayman, offers a unique insight into this little-known campaign. Sent from India and authorized by Lord Curzon, Viceroy of India, the expedition aimed to counteract perceived Russian influence and advancements towards the border. The Tibet Expedition, led by Colonel Francis Younghusband of the Indian Political Service, eventually secured a series of concessions from Tibet, then nominally under Chinese control. However, the expedition's worth is still a subject of debate. The images in this album capture various aspects of the expedition, including military encampments, monasteries, scenic landscapes, and local populations. Captured by an unnamed photographer, the group photo of the Tashi Lama and polo players showcases the unexpected camaraderie between the British military personnel and the spiritual leader. The polo game, a popular pastime among the British, served as a symbol of diplomacy and cultural exchange during the tense political climate of the time. The Tibet Expedition, while marked by conflict and controversy, offers a fascinating glimpse into the complex history of Tibet and its interactions with the British Empire.
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