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Soldiers and procession, Coronation Durbar, Delhi, India
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Soldiers and procession, Coronation Durbar, Delhi, India
Soldiers standing to attention and on horseback in procession at the Coronation Durbar ceremony in Delhi, India, December 1911. Date: 1911
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Attention Ceremony Colonialism Coronation Delhi Durbar Parade Pith Power Ruler Rulers December
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This evocative photograph captures a moment from the grand Coronation Durbar ceremony held in Delhi, India, in December 1911. The Durbar, a traditional assembly of rulers and dignitaries, was held to mark the coronation of King George V and Queen Mary as Emperor and Empress of India. The image showcases the impressive military display, with soldiers standing to attention and mounted on horseback in the procession. The soldiers, dressed in their full regalia, exude a sense of discipline and readiness. The British Raj, which ruled India from 1858 to 1947, was characterized by its military might and imperial power. The soldiers in this photograph are a testament to that power and the might of the British Empire. The Coronation Durbar was a grand spectacle, with elaborate preparations and a grand procession of the royal party through the streets of Delhi. The event was a symbol of the British monarchy's rule over India and its dominion over its vast colonial territories. The Durbar was also an opportunity for the British to display their power and prestige to the Indian populace, reinforcing their rule and maintaining order. The pith helmets worn by some of the soldiers in the photograph are a reminder of the hot and humid Indian climate, which required protection from the sun. The pith helmet, a symbol of colonialism, became a ubiquitous part of the British colonial uniform in India. This photograph offers a glimpse into the grandeur and spectacle of the Coronation Durbar ceremony, a significant event in the history of the British Raj in India.
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