Blood, sweat, and blue spray: HT’s top shots of 2019

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In this photo essay, Harbour Times showcases the work of its photojournalists who braved tear gas and pepper spray on Hong Kong’s streets, bringing its readers some of the most memorable photos of last year.

Photos contributed by Don North and Martin Sinclair.

Harbour Times’ dedicated photographers endured hours of maneuvering through crowds and chaos during anti-extradition law protests. They persevered through pepper spray, tear gas, and water cannons to show us what was happening on the ground, both peaceful and violent. Here are some of the best shots they took last year:

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Jasmine Lee

Jasmine Lee

Jasmine Lee is a journalist whose work at Harbour Times was recognised for pushing innovation in the industry by the Online News Association's 2021 MJ Bear Fellowship. Since graduating from McGill University in 2018 with a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Communications Studies, she has pursued a career that incorporates her ambitious creativity with her international experience. She has been proud to share her first book "Stern Reflections", a collection of photos and thoughts on voluntourism, environmental exploitation, and the vibrance of life in Ghana. Get in touch with her at jl@harbourtimes.com. She is also on Twitter @jasmineisms and Instagram @whereisjasminelee.

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