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51. Photo 1255(50)

Reference (shelfmark):
Photo 1255(50)
Title:
No. 31. The Siege in Peking. The body of the American Artillery Captain Riley lying in the Front Gate (Ch'ien Men) building, surrounded by his men. Captain Riley was killed during the attack on the 'Forbidden City,' the day fater the relieving forces reached Peking. Photographer: Killie, Charles A.
Scope & Content:
View of the body, lying in the doorway and draped with the American flag, with troops grouped behind.
Collection Area:
Visual Arts
Languages:
Not applicable
Date Range:
1900
Extent:
1 item

52. Photo 1255(51)

Reference (shelfmark):
Photo 1255(51)
Title:
No. 32. The Siege in Peking. In the Russian Legation. Graves of the American Marines and Russian soldiers, buried here side by side. Photographer: Killie, Charles A.
Scope & Content:
View of the row of freshly dug graves in the cemetery of the Russian Legation.
Collection Area:
Visual Arts
Languages:
Not applicable
Date Range:
1900
Extent:
1 item