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Delhi, India - Memorial outside the Old Telegraph Office
Delhi, India - Memorial to the Indian Mutiny outside the Old Telegraph Office - unveiled by Lord Curzon on April 19, 1902. Date: 1911
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Curzon Delhi Mutiny Obelisk Oct19 Office Pillar Telegraph Unveiled 1902
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1. Title: "A Memorial to the Past: The Obelisk of Remembrance Outside the Old Telegraph Office in Delhi, India" This evocative photograph captures the Memorial to the Indian Mutiny, an obelisk of remembrance standing proudly outside the Old Telegraph Office in Delhi, India. The image, taken in the early 1910s, showcases the historical significance of this site, which holds a pivotal place in the annals of Indian history. The Memorial was unveiled on April 19, 1902, by Lord Curzon, the then Viceroy of India. It serves as a tribute to the British soldiers and civilians who lost their lives during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. The Mutiny, also known as the Sepoy Mutiny or the First War of Indian Independence, was a major uprising against the British East India Company's rule in India. The Memorial, designed as an obelisk or pillar, stands tall and imposing, a stark reminder of the past. Its unveiling by Lord Curzon was a significant event in the British colonial history of India, marking an attempt to commemorate the fallen and reinforce British control. The date of the photograph, October 19, 1911, places it during the reign of King George V, who visited India in 1911 to formally declare Delhi as the capital of British India. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich historical tapestry of Delhi, a city that has seen the rise and fall of empires, and continues to be a melting pot of diverse cultures and traditions. The Memorial outside the Old Telegraph Office stands as a testament to the past, a symbol of resilience, and a reminder of the complex and intriguing history of India.
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