Title
Boxer rebels guarding European diplomats; China 1900
Caption
Boxer rebels guarding European diplomats; China 1900. the Boxer Uprising or Yihequan Movement. was a violent anti-foreign and anti-Christian uprising that took place in China between 1899 and 1901, towards the end of the Qing dynasty. It was initiated by the Militia United in Righteousness (Yihetuan), known in English as the 'Boxers', and was motivated by proto-nationalist sentiments and opposition to imperialist expansion and associated Christian missionary activity.
Date
1900
Credit line
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Reference
ARP23A10_397
License type
Rights managed
Available size
60,0Mb (4,6Mb) / 13,1in x 17,8in / 3917 x 5354 (300dpi)