Interior of Pehtang Fort Showing the Magazine and Wooden Gun, August 1, 1860 1860

This 1860 photograph, taken by Felice Beato, depicts the interior of Pehtang Fort during the Second Opium War. The image showcases the fort's magazine and a wooden gun, along with various military supplies, such as ropes, cannonballs, and a ladder. Beato's work captured the realities of war, offering a glimpse into the physical and logistical aspects of conflict. The image's composition, with its focus on the fort's interior and its military equipment, provides valuable historical insight into the events of the Second Opium War.