The Use of Electricity during the Attack on Pyeongyang 1894

Kobayashi Kiyochika's woodblock print, *The Use of Electricity during the Attack on Pyeongyang*, depicts the Japanese bombardment of Pyeongyang during the First Sino-Japanese War in 1894. The artist, known for his war-themed ukiyo-e prints, showcases the innovative use of a powerful electric searchlight illuminating the Korean fortifications as Japanese artillery fires upon them. This depiction of modern warfare techniques during a pivotal moment in Japanese history is a striking testament to Kiyochika's ability to capture the dynamism of the conflict in vibrant detail.