Rifleman (Miao Minority I)

August 13, 2009

Miao ethnic minority prepares his gun - Biasha, Guizhou, China - Daily Travel Photos
(Biasha, Guizhou, China)
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A Miao ethnic minority man loads his rifle for demonstration. Even in present times, Miao men are always armed with a weapon.

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2 Comments - Rifleman (Miao Minority I)

1) Robert -

Very nice portrait! I am a big fan of travel photography and like yours a lot.

August 14, 2009
2) TravelGuy -

Thank you for your kind words, Robert.

August 14, 2009

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