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Lord Kitchener reviewing Indian Troops - WWI
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Lord Kitchener reviewing Indian Troops - WWI
Field Marshal Horatio Herbert Kitchener, 1st Earl Kitchener, (1850 - 1916), a British Field Marshal, diplomat and statesman, reviewing Indian troops - World War one era. 800, 000 Indian troops fought in WW1 - nearly 48, 00 were killed or missing - 65, 000 wounded. 13, 000 medals were won with 12 VCs
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Attention Diplomat Herbert Horatio Kitchener Marshal Parade Salute Stripes Swords Turbans Ww 1
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of solemn attention and unwavering loyalty as Field Marshal Horatio Herbert Kitchener, 1st Earl Kitchener (1850-1916), a prominent British military leader, diplomat, and statesman, reviews the ranks of Indian troops during World War I. With an estimated 800,000 Indian soldiers serving in the war, this image stands as a testament to their significant contribution to the British war effort. Tragically, nearly 48,000 Indian soldiers were killed or missing, and over 65,000 were wounded. Their bravery was rewarded with 13,000 medals, including 12 Victoria Crosses, the highest military decoration for valor. Kitchener, dressed in his full military regalia, stands tall and resolute, his gaze fixed on the soldiers before him. The soldiers, clad in their distinctive uniforms, return his gaze with unwavering focus, their turbans adorned with stripes denoting their rank and unit. The swords at their sides are held at the ready, a symbol of their readiness to defend their country and their commander-in-chief. This historical image, taken in 1915 or 1914, underscores the crucial role of the Indian Army in the British colonial empire during the Great War. Kitchener, a diplomat as well as a military commander, played a pivotal role in recruiting and deploying these troops, making this photograph not only a poignant moment in military history but also a significant representation of the complex relationship between Britain and its colonial subjects during a time of global conflict.
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