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The Indian Mutiny, 1857-58: The Storming of the Cashmir Gate, Delhi, September 14, 1857, (1901)
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The Indian Mutiny, 1857-58: The Storming of the Cashmir Gate, Delhi, September 14, 1857, (1901)
The Indian Mutiny, 1857-58: The Storming of the Cashmir Gate, Delhi, September 14, 1857, (1901). Episode during the British colonial period. The capture of the city of Delhi from the mutineers was vital to the British due to its symbolic importance as the seat of Indias Mughal rulers. Here we see fierce fighting at the Kashmiri Gate, the northern gate in the city walls. From " The Illustrated London News Record of the Glorious Reign of Queen Victoria 1837-1901: The Life and Accession of King Edward VII. and the Life of Queen Alexandra". [London, 1901]
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The Indian Mutiny, 1857-58 - The Storming of the Cashmir Gate, Delhi, September 14,1857
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is a powerful print that captures a significant episode during the British colonial period in India. This image depicts the intense fighting at the Kashmiri Gate, one of the northern entrances to Delhi's city walls. The capture of Delhi was crucial for the British as it held immense symbolic importance as the seat of India's Mughal rulers. This event took place during the Great Sepoy Rebellion of 1857 when Indian soldiers revolted against their British colonizers. In this photograph from "The Illustrated London News Record" we witness brave men engaged in fierce combat. The atmosphere is charged with tension and determination as both sides fight for control over this strategic gateway. This image serves as a reminder of Britain's imperialistic ambitions and its military might during that time. It also highlights the resilience and bravery displayed by those who fought against colonial rule. As an important historical document, this print sheds light on a critical moment in India's struggle for independence. It stands as a testament to both the horrors inflicted upon native populations under colonialism and their unwavering resistance. By preserving such images from our past, we can learn from history and strive towards creating a more just world where all nations are free from oppression.
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