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Iraq - Parade of captured Turkish Prisoners, Baghdad
Turkish prisoners captured by the Allies, are marched through Baghdad, Iraq. The left hand section of this card depicts a British soldier raising the Union Jack flag over the city
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of the Middle East and the First World War. The image shows a parade of Turkish prisoners, who have been recently captured by the Allied forces, being marched through the streets of Baghdad, Iraq. The city, which had been under Ottoman rule for centuries, is now under British control, as signified by the Union Jack flag being raised in the left hand section of the photograph. The First World War saw the involvement of various powers in the Middle East, with the Ottoman Empire, led by the Turks, being one of the major players. In 1917, the British and their allies launched the Mesopotamia Campaign, which aimed to secure control of the region, including Baghdad. The successful capture of the city marked a significant turning point in the campaign. The Turkish prisoners, dressed in ragged clothing and with weary expressions, are being led by British soldiers. The scene is chaotic, with onlookers lining the streets to witness the event. The soldiers, some of whom are holding rifles, maintain a watchful eye over the prisoners, while others engage with the crowd. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the shifting political landscape of the Middle East during this period. It also highlights the role of the British Empire in shaping the region's history, as well as the complexities of the conflict itself. The Union Jack flag, which has become a symbol of British power and influence, stands proudly over the city, marking the end of one era and the beginning of another.
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