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Mahatma Gandhi arrested for civil disobedience
Mahatma Gandhi, Indian nationalist and spiritual leader, is arrested by the Indian government for his civil disobedience tactics
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1932 Arrest Arrested Disobedience Distress Distressed Gandhi Mahatma Nationalism Nationalist Spiritual Tactics
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful image captures the moment of Mahatma Gandhi's arrest in India during the 1930s, a defining moment in the Indian independence movement. Mahatma Gandhi (1869-1948), the renowned Indian nationalist and spiritual leader, is seen here being led away by British soldiers after being arrested for his civil disobedience tactics. The year was 1932, and Gandhi's nonviolent resistance against the British colonial rule had reached a new level of intensity. Gandhi's civil disobedience movement, which began in 1930 with the Salt March, challenged the British monopoly on salt production and distribution. Thousands of Indians joined him in defying the unjust salt tax, leading to widespread protests and arrests. This act of civil disobedience was a bold challenge to the British rule and marked a turning point in the Indian independence struggle. In this photo, Gandhi appears calm and composed, despite the distress and chaos surrounding him. Women and children are seen in the background, their faces etched with worry and concern. The soldiers, with their stern expressions and weapons at the ready, represent the might of the British colonial power. The contrast between the peaceful resistance of Gandhi and the military force of the British government underscores the deep divisions and tensions of the time. This historical photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by Gandhi and countless others in the fight for Indian independence. It is a powerful symbol of the human spirit's ability to challenge oppression and inspire change, even in the face of overwhelming odds.
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