Battle of Taku Forts

Map of the forts on the Peiho River in 1858.

Attack and capture of the forts at the entrance of the River Pei-Ho, China, on 20 May 1858.

Attaque et prise des forts du Peï-Ho, 20 mai 1858. Seconde Guerre de l'opium (1856-1860). Toile (peinture à l'huile).

Capture of the Peiho Forts, 20 May 1858.

"The Attack on the Peiho Forts by the English and French Fleets. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 28 August 1858.". The European fleet attacked the Peiho Forts in 1858 during Second Opium War. Ships L-R: Dragonne (French), Slaney, Firm, Fusée (French), Opossum, Severn, Cormorant, Staunch, Bustard, Nimrod, Avalanche,