The attack upon Kinchow by the fugitive troops from Port Arthur before 1895

This print by the Ordnance Survey Office depicts the attack on Kinchow. At the forefront, mounted soldiers charge, their swords raised in a classic gesture of aggression and dominance. Consider the sword, a symbol of power and authority, as it appears throughout history, from ancient Roman gladius to medieval knights' broadswords. This weapon becomes a potent, almost primal, emblem of conflict. It embodies a psychological resonance, tapping into deep-seated fears and desires related to control and survival. The act of brandishing a sword, seen across different cultures and eras, carries a universal emotional weight, triggering subconscious associations with violence and defense. The cyclical progression of conflict and aggression continues, reminding us of the persistent human struggle for dominance.