February 1, 2004
Sikh soldiers exhibit
From Jawans to Generals: Loyal Allies, Proud Britons, takes a photographic look at the contribution of Sikh soldiers during the two world wars and is on at Doncaster Museum & Art Gallery until March 21.From the 24 Hour Museum.As a highly visible minority, Sikhs are instantly recognisable throughout the world, yet little is known of the huge sacrifices made by brave Sikh soldiers fighting on behalf of Britain. . .
From the Anglo Sikh wars of 1845-49, to the sweltering swamps of Burma in the Second World War, the display traces the 200-year-old military relationship Britain has had with Sikhs.
Posted by David on February 1, 2004 11:32 AM
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From the Sikh Cyber Museum:
...the very first Indian to fly, join the Royal Flying Corps, get his wings, go into aerial combat on the Western Front [in WWI], shoot down German fighters and himself be seriously wounded in the air, was an outstanding personality, Sardar Hardit Singh Malik, whose life and times were so extraordinary and his achievements so varied, that it is most meaningful to dwell upon his pioneering career.
More here.
Posted by: Peter Shriner on February 1, 2004 3:00 PM
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