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Refugee Trains, India
Crowded trains of refugees arriving at Amritsar, border town on Pakistan and India, following the Partition in 1947
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1947 Amritsar Asylum Crowded Partition Passengers Refugee Refugees Roof Trains
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
"Bring history to life with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints featuring "Refugee Trains, India" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image captures the poignant moment of overcrowded trains carrying refugees arriving at Amritsar during the tumultuous time following the Partition in 1947. Our premium canvas prints are crafted with care to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of this iconic photograph. Each print is coated with a protective layer to ensure durability and longevity, making it a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. Order now and relive history with this evocative piece of art."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the chaotic scene of overcrowded refugee trains arriving at Amritsar, a border town between India and Pakistan, in October 1947. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the mass displacement and human suffering that followed the Partition of India and Pakistan. The roofs of the trains are filled with desperate refugees, clinging on for dear life as they make their way to a new home. The railway tracks stretch out into the distance, symbolizing the long and arduous journey ahead for these displaced people. The passengers, many of them women and children, are crammed together, their faces etched with exhaustion and anxiety. Amritsar, a city known for its historic significance as the site of the Golden Temple, became a temporary refuge for hundreds of thousands of Hindus and Sikhs fleeing from the violence and chaos in Pakistan. The railway station became a hub of activity, with trains arriving and departing around the clock, transporting refugees to various parts of India. The Partition of India and Pakistan in 1947 was a traumatic event that led to the displacement of millions of people. Hindus and Sikhs from Pakistan and Muslims from India were forced to leave their homes and communities, leading to widespread violence and chaos. This photograph is a powerful testament to the human resilience and determination to survive in the face of unimaginable adversity. The image is a historical document of a pivotal moment in Indian and Pakistani history, and a reminder of the importance of empathy and compassion in times of crisis. It is a poignant reminder of the need for peace and unity, and a call to remember the lessons of the past as we navigate the challenges of the present.
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