Photo Mug : Partition. Sikh and Hindu refugees in Western Punjab
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Partition. Sikh and Hindu refugees in Western Punjab
Sikh and Hindu refugees from the Western Punjab cook their meals on a railway platform at Lahore awaiting trains to take them across the border to India. They are protected by wire put up by police
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Asylum Atrocities Escape Exodus Hindu Lahore Pakistan Partition Platform Punjab Refugees Sikh
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug, a unique and thought-provoking addition to your daily routine. This mug features an evocative image from the past, "Partition. Sikh and Hindu refugees in Western Punjab" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness history as you enjoy your morning coffee or tea. This captivating photograph depicts Sikh and Hindu refugees from the Western Punjab cooking their meals on a railway platform at Lahore. The poignant scene unfolds as they wait for trains to take them across the border to India, their safety ensured by the protective wire put up by police. The high-quality ceramic mug showcases the image in vibrant detail, allowing you to relive this significant moment in history with every sip. A perfect conversation starter, the Media Storehouse Photo Mug is not just a mug, but a window into the past. Embrace the power of storytelling and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant photograph captures the grim reality of the Partition of India and Pakistan in 1947, as Sikh and Hindu refugees from the Western Punjab wait anxiously on a railway platform in Lahore. The atrocities that ensued during the partition led to one of the largest human migrations in history, with an estimated 14 million people displaced from their homes. In this image, refugees cook their meals on the platform, their faces etched with exhaustion and despair. They are surrounded by their meager belongings, the only possessions they were able to carry with them as they fled their homes. The wire put up by police serves as a stark reminder of the uncertainty and danger that surrounded them, as they awaited trains to take them across the border to India. The Partition of India and Pakistan was a turbulent and violent time in history, marked by widespread violence and communal tensions. The creation of two separate nations along religious lines led to widespread displacement and the loss of countless lives. This photograph is a testament to the human spirit and resilience, as these refugees cling to hope and the promise of a new beginning. The Western Punjab, a region rich in agricultural land and cultural heritage, was particularly affected by the violence and displacement of the Partition. The region is now divided between India and Pakistan, with the border running through the heart of the Punjab. This photograph serves as a reminder of the complex and often painful history of the region, and the enduring impact of the Partition on the lives of millions of people.
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