Mikhail Borodin, Zhang Tailei on podium, Canton, 23 June 1925, rally denouncing May 30th shootings

Mikhail Borodin, Zhang Tailei on podium, Canton, 23 June 1925, rally denouncing May 30th shootings

Notes

University of Bristol - Historical Photographs of China reference number: Sh-s12. The Shakee Shaji images document events on 23 June 1925, in the aftermath of the May 30th shootings in Shanghai, when shooting broke out between demonstrating Chinese military cadets, and British and French servicemen and volunteers across the canal on Shameen/Shamian island, Canton (Guangzhou). It's not clear who opened fire first, but quite clear who had more firepower. See also Sh-s10, Sh-s11 and Sh-s13.

Caption on photograph

Mr Bau, a Russian-Soviet-Advisor, addressing the students through an interpreter, shortly before the parade started.

Location

Guangzhou

Date

Tuesday 23 June 1925

Media

Black and white photograph