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Salvation Army School at Satara, India
Indian Girls from the Salvation Army School at Satara in the Satara District of Maharashtra state of India. Pictures with their Leaders Adjutant Khusi and Ensign Kamala Bai. Date: 1922
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Accordion Adjutant Ensign Instruments Kamala Leaders Maharashtra Mission Missionaries Salvation Schoolchildren Tabla Teachers Teaching 1922 Musical Sitar
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This photograph, taken in 1922, showcases a group of Indian girls from the Salvation Army School in Satara, located in the Satara District of Maharashtra state, India. The girls are seen in traditional Indian attire, with their leaders, Adjutant Khusi and Ensign Kamala Bai, standing proudly among them. The setting of the image is filled with a sense of musical inspiration, as various musical instruments such as the tabla, sitar, and accordion are scattered around the room. The Salvation Army, an international Christian organization, had a significant presence in India during the 1920s. Their mission focused on providing education and spiritual guidance to the underprivileged, particularly children. This school in Satara was one of many establishments set up by the organization to promote literacy and cultural awareness among young girls. The girls in the photograph appear to be engaged in a musical session, likely as part of their curriculum. Music was an essential component of the Salvation Army's educational approach, as it was believed to foster creativity, discipline, and a sense of community. The presence of the musical instruments suggests that these girls were receiving a well-rounded education that went beyond the basics of literacy and numeracy. The leaders, Adjutant Khusi and Ensign Kamala Bai, are depicted as nurturing figures, guiding and inspiring the girls in their care. Their presence underscores the importance of strong female role models in the lives of these young girls, who were growing up in a time when women's education and empowerment were not yet commonplace in Indian society. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the transformative impact of missionary education in India during the early 20th century. It offers a glimpse into the lives of these girls, who were given the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive in an environment that valued their potential and celebrated their unique cultural heritage.
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