Join me to explore three historical photos of Hong Kong purchased on eBay. Sold as a 1902 collection, I’ll use key landmarks and clues to accurately date the photos, before diving into the photos’ details.
(If you don’t see the video shown above, please click here to watch it on Youtube)
Maps and historical records will help us identify key locations such as the Hong Kong Hotel, Prince's Building, and the Royal Naval Hospital. We'll also explore the bustling harbour with its junks and Royal Navy ships, and learn about the development of areas like Wanchai and Tsim Sha Tsui.
Here are the photos we'll investigate:
