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Indian soldiers with Major-General Roberts at Alikhel, 1879 circa (b / w photo)
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Indian soldiers with Major-General Roberts at Alikhel, 1879 circa (b / w photo)
5920055 Indian soldiers with Major-General Roberts at Alikhel, 1879 circa (b/w photo) by Bourne & Shepherd (19th-20th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Indian soldiers with Major-General Frederick Roberts at Alikhel, 1879 circa.
Photograph by Bourne and Shepherd, 2nd Afghan War, 1879 circa.
The Sikh and Gurkha soldiers depicted include (from the left) Havildar Saifodin, Dihan Singh, Dewa Singh, Bishen Singh and Jungbir Tapa. During the 2nd Afghan War (1878-1880) Roberts commanded the Kurram Field Force before being appointed commander of the Kabul and Kandahar Field Force, leading his 10, 000 troops through Afghanistan to the relief of Kandahar. Roberts orderlies accompanied him on all these campaigns.
He later wrote of them: My orderlies...displayed such touching devotion that it is with feelings of the most profound admiration and gratitude I call to mind their self-sacrificing courage. On this occasion (as on many others) they kept close round me, determined that no shot should reach me; and on my being hit in the hand by a spent bullet, and turning to look round in the direction it came from, I beheld one of the Sikhs standing with his arms stretched out trying to screen me from the enemy, which he could easily do, for he was a grand specimen of a man, a head and shoulders taller than myself.); © National Army Museum
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This print captures a significant moment in history, showcasing Indian soldiers standing alongside Major-General Roberts at Alikhel in 1879. The image, taken by Bourne & Shepherd during the 2nd Afghan War, portrays the camaraderie and bravery of these Sikh and Gurkha soldiers. From left to right, we see Havildar Saifodin, Dihan Singh, Dewa Singh, Bishen Singh, and Jungbir Tapa. These warriors played an integral role in Roberts' command as he led his troops through Afghanistan to relieve Kandahar. Their loyalty is evident as they stand close to their commander with unwavering determination to protect him from enemy fire. Major-General Roberts himself expressed deep admiration for his orderlies' self-sacrificing courage. He recounts a poignant incident where one of the Sikhs stretched out his arms to shield him from harm after being hit by a bullet. This act of heroism exemplifies the extraordinary devotion displayed by these men throughout their campaigns together. The photograph serves as a testament not only to the military prowess of these Indian soldiers but also highlights their physical stature and strength. One Sikh soldier stands head and shoulders taller than Major-General Roberts himself, symbolizing both their protective nature towards their leader and their formidable presence on the battlefield. Preserved at the National Army Museum in London, this image provides us with a glimpse into an important chapter in history while honoring the sacrifices made by these brave individuals who fought side by side with Major-General Frederick Roberts during this tumultuous period.
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