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The Viceroy's Tour in Kashmir - The Procession of Boats with His Excellency, 1891. Creator: Unknown
'The Viceroy's Tour in Kashmir - The Procession of Boats with His Excellency nearing the Sumbul Bridge on the way to Srinagar, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891
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The Viceroy's Tour in Kashmir: A Splendid Procession of Boats with His Excellency, Lord Lansdowne, Nearing Sumbul Bridge on the Way to Srinagar, 1891 This evocative image captures a significant moment during the Viceroy's tour of Kashmir in 1891. The Viceroy, Henry Charles Keith Petty FitzMaurice, 5th Marquess of Lansdowne, is depicted aboard a grand boat, accompanied by an entourage of boats carrying British officials and soldiers, as they approach the Sumbul Bridge on the Jhelum River. The scene is one of breathtaking beauty, with the majestic mountains of Kashmir rising in the background and the tranquil waters of the Jhelum reflecting the sunlight. The ornate decorations on the boats and the traditional Kashmiri shikaras in the foreground add to the visual interest of the image. Lord Lansdowne, who served as the Governor-General of India from 1888 to 1894, undertook this tour to assess the administrative and military situation in Kashmir following the uprising of 1890. The tour was also an opportunity for him to experience the natural beauty of the region and to demonstrate British imperial power. The image is a testament to the grandeur and pomp of the British Raj during the late 19th century, a time when imperialism and colonialism were at their height. The intricate details of the boats, the imposing figure of Lord Lansdowne, and the stunning landscape all combine to create a powerful and enduring image of this period in Indian history.
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