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Seymour's Column
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| Seymour's Column | |
|---|---|
| 10-26 June 1900 | |
| Chronological list of Wars and Campaigns | |
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| Location: route from Tientsin to Peking, China | |
| Combatants: | |
| Mixed Naval Brigade | Righteous Harmony Society Qing Empire |
| Result: Allied victory | |
| Medals: 3rd China War Medal Clasps: Taku Forts, Defence of Legations, Relief of Pekin | |
| Links: | |
| Category: Seymour's Column | |
Summary
This was the first attempt at the relief of Peking in the 3rd China War. A force of 2,066 under Vice-Admiral Edward Seymour met fierce opposition and was forced to retreat to the Hsi-ku Arsenal. They were later assisted to return to Tientsin.
External Links
Boxer Rebellion Wikipedia
Frontier and Overseas Expeditions from India - Seymour's Column www.archive.org