George Macartney, Earl Macartney, Viscount Macartney of Dervock, baron of Lissanoure, Baron Macartney of Parkhurst and of Auchinleck, Lord Macartney

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George Macartney, Earl Macartney, Viscount Macartney of Dervock, baron of Lissanoure, Baron Macartney of Parkhurst and of Auchinleck, Lord Macartney: Media

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Chinese forces welcoming the Macartney Embassy

Chinese forces welcoming the Macartney Embassy

Chinese military forces waiting to welcome the Macartney Embassy in 1793, as depicted...

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Qianlong emperor meeting George Macartney

Qianlong emperor meeting George Macartney

The Qianlong emperor preparing to meet with George Macartney and his mission, as...

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