1911 Coronation Durbar

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1911 Coronation Durbar

Durbar in Delhi to mark the coronation of King George V Date: 1911

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Coronation Delhi Durbar Durbars Mark

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1. Title: "A Grand Spectacle of Imperial Power: The 1911 Coronation Durbar in Delhi" The photograph captures a momentous occasion in Indian history, the 1911 Coronation Durbar held in Delhi on December 12, 1911. This Durbar, an ancient Indian ceremonial court assembly, was organized to mark the coronation of King George V and Queen Mary as the Emperor and Empress of India. King George V, dressed in the Imperial State Crown and the Robe of State, sits majestically on his golden throne, surrounded by an array of British and Indian dignitaries. The King's presence is flanked by the Viceroy of India, Lord Hardinge, and the Commander-in-Chief, General Sir John French. The Durbar was a grand spectacle of imperial power and unity, showcasing the British Raj's might and influence over its Indian subjects. Thousands of Indian princes, nobles, and dignitaries, dressed in their traditional attire, gathered to pay homage to the King and Queen. The event was also an opportunity for the British to assert their dominance and control over the Indian subcontinent. The Durbar was held in the historic Red Fort, which had been the seat of Mughal power for centuries. The Red Fort's magnificent architecture and the grandeur of the Durbar provided a fitting backdrop for the ceremonial proceedings. The event was marked by processions, parades, and displays of military might, as well as cultural performances and feasts. The 1911 Coronation Durbar in Delhi was a significant event in the history of the British Raj and India, symbolizing the political, cultural, and social dynamics of the time. This photograph offers a glimpse into the grandeur and pomp of this imperial occasion, capturing the essence of a bygone era.

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