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Royal Garhwal Rifles armoured car at Peshawar, India
Indian 2nd-18th Royal Garhwal Rifles armoured car at Peshawar, India, during a period of civil disobedience instigated by Gandhi, 23 April 1930.
1930
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This evocative photograph captures the tense atmosphere during the Indian Civil Disobedience Movement of 1930, as a Royal Garhwal Rifles armored car patrols the streets of Peshawar, India. The 2nd/18th Royal Garhwal Rifles, a distinguished regiment of the British Indian Army, were deployed to maintain order amidst the growing unrest instigated by Mahatma Gandhi's call for nonviolent resistance against the British colonial rule. The armored car, a symbol of British military might, is seen here navigating a bustling street, its turret-mounted machine gun ready for action. The soldiers inside, clad in their distinctive uniforms, maintain a vigilant watch as they pass through the crowd. The scene is a stark reminder of the political turmoil that gripped India during the 1930s, a decade marked by increasing demands for self-rule and the escalating struggle between the colonial authorities and the Indian nationalist movement. The photograph, taken on April 23, 1930, offers a glimpse into the complex realities of the colonial era in Asia. It underscores the military presence and the use of force to quell dissent, while also highlighting the resilience and determination of the Indian people in their quest for freedom and self-determination. This powerful image serves as a testament to a pivotal moment in Indian history, one that continues to resonate with contemporary audiences as they grapple with issues of colonialism, nationalism, and the struggle for civil rights.
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