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French troops sacking the Royal Palace, Pekin (engraving)
965252 French troops sacking the Royal Palace, Pekin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French troops sacking the Royal Palace, Pekin. Illustration for Conquests of the Cross, A Record of Missionary Work throughout the World edited by Edwin Hodder (Cassell, c 1890).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22246828
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Missionaries Missionary Pekin Peking Royal Palace Sacking Chineses
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This engraving, titled "French troops sacking the Royal Palace, Pekin" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Created by an English School artist in the 19th century, this print showcases a scene of turmoil and conflict during the invasion of China's capital city. The image depicts French troops storming the Royal Palace in Pekin (now Beijing), leaving no stone unturned as they pillage and ransack its sacred halls. This illustration was originally featured in Edwin Hodder's book "Conquests of the Cross: A Record of Missionary Work throughout the World" published around 1890. Amidst the chaos, it is important to note that missionaries played a role in these events. The presence of Christian missionaries amidst war-torn territories often sparked controversy and fueled religious tensions. This engraving serves as a reminder of how religion can intertwine with political conflicts. As we delve into this historical artwork, we witness not only clashes between nations but also cultural clashes between Europe and Asia. It highlights France's imperialistic ambitions while shedding light on Chinese resistance against foreign intrusion. Preserved within private collections today, this powerful image from Bridgeman Images offers us a glimpse into an era when Christianity spread across continents through both peaceful means and violent conquests. It stands as a testament to humanity's complex relationship with religion, power dynamics, and our shared history.
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