A rear-view of the Peishantsuy forts, on the W. coast of Wei-Hai-Wei Possibly 1895

"A rear-view of the Peishantsuy forts, on the W. coast of Wei-Hai-Wei" is a black and white photograph taken by the Ordnance Survey Office in 1895. The image depicts a rear view of the Peishantsuy forts in Weihaiwei, China. The forts are in a state of disrepair, suggesting that they were recently attacked or abandoned. The photograph provides a glimpse into the military history of China and the impact of the First Sino-Japanese War. The image offers valuable insights into the historical context of the region and the architectural style of fortifications in the late 19th century.