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Allied forces of the Boxer Rebellion 1899

Starting from the left, we see a British Sergeant of cavalry, in his khakis and pith helmet as worn on duty overseas.

Beside him is an American First Sergeant, complete with cape and winter muskrat cap and gloves dug out for this little photo shoot.

Next we have a British Bluejacket of the Royal Navy, going a bit too gung-ho with the ammunition. The watch cap is a bit unusual, but I can still ID him from the bandoleers and braces.

Then we have an Indian Cavalryman – Much of the British contingent was brought over from India, and he could possibly be one of the Bengal Lancers that were in the initial British Force.

Next is a German infantryman, complete with spiked helmet and wearing a marksman’s lanyard on his blue pre-field grey tunic.

Next is a medal bedecked French soldier in full marching order, his coat tails buttoned back and his pack visible over his shoulders.

Not to be outdone, beside him is an Austro-Hungarian sailor, also wearing his pack and probably wishing he hadn’t been ordered to pose for this American officer.

Next is an Italian soldier from the famous Bersagliere, or elite light infantry, with his distinctive wide brimmed hat with black cock feathers cascading down the side.

Lastly, we see a soldier of the Empire of Japan in marching order with his bed roll over his shoulder. His is the only Asian contingent (not including Asian elements of the British Empire). In five years his army would stun the western powers by defeating one of their own - the Russians.
 
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