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Maharaja Dhiraja Holkar of Indore, Indian ruler
Maharajah Dhiraja Holkar of Indore (Tukojirao Holkar III) (reigned 1903-1926), Indian ruler, First World War. Date: circa 1913-1914
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This striking photograph captures Maharaja Dhirajasimha Jaswant Rao Scindia Holkar Bhonsle, also known as Tukojirao Holkar III (1874-1948), the Maharaja of Indore during the early 1900s. The Maharaja is depicted here in his grand regalia, adorned with an intricately designed turban, a magnificent hat adorned with precious stones, and a richly embroidered robe. The Maharaja's expression conveys a sense of regal authority and pride. Maharaja Dhiraja Holkar was an important ally of the British during World War I. Indore, a princely state in central India, was under the British protectorate, and the Maharaja played a crucial role in raising and leading the Indore State Contingent to fight alongside the British forces in the Middle East. The Maharaja's troops saw action in several battles, including the Battle of Mesopotamia and the Battle of Baghdad. The photograph was likely taken between 1913 and 1914, during a time when the Maharaja was actively preparing his troops for war. The ornate costume he wears reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Indian subcontinent and the Maharaja's position as a powerful ruler. The photograph provides a glimpse into the grandeur and opulence of the Indian princely states during the British Raj and the role they played in the global conflict of World War I.
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