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Refugees leave East Punjab to head to India
A heavily-laden bullock cart transporting an extended Sikh refugee family fleeing the communal rioting and additional violence in the East Punjab region associated with the Partition of India (and creation of Pakistan)
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1947 Bullock Communal Extended Fleeing Pakistan Partition Punjab Refugee Refugees Region Rioting Sikh Violence
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, featuring this powerful and poignant image "Refugees leave East Punjab to head to India" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative photograph captures the resilience and determination of a heavily-laden bullock cart transporting an extended Sikh refugee family, fleeing the communal rioting and violence in the East Punjab region during the Partition of India. Each print is meticulously framed in a style that complements the image, bringing historical depth and emotion into your home or office. The high-quality print and frame combination guarantees a stunning and long-lasting display, making this an essential addition to any collection focused on history, cultural awareness, or social justice.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this poignant photograph, an extended Sikh refugee family is seen making their way out of the East Punjab region towards India, as they flee from the communal rioting and violence that erupted during the Partition of India and the creation of Pakistan in 1947. The family's possessions are carefully loaded onto a heavily-laden bullock cart, which they will rely on to transport them to their new home. The expression on the faces of the family members conveys a sense of determination and resilience, as they embark on a long and uncertain journey. The Partition of India, which took place on August 15, 1947, was a tumultuous and chaotic time in South Asian history. The division of the Indian subcontinent into two separate nations along religious lines led to widespread violence and displacement, with millions of Hindus and Sikhs leaving their homes in Pakistan to seek refuge in India, and Muslims leaving India for Pakistan. The East Punjab region, which is shown in this photograph, was particularly affected by the violence, as it was home to large Sikh and Hindu populations. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the human cost of the Partition, and the displacement and hardship that many families experienced during this period. It is also a testament to the enduring strength and resilience of the human spirit, as the family in the photograph, and countless others like them, bravely faced an uncertain future and set out on a journey towards a new beginning. The photograph is a valuable historical document, providing a glimpse into a pivotal moment in Indian and Pakistani history. It is a poignant reminder of the past, and a reminder of the importance of peace, unity, and understanding in the present and future.
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