Group photo, British sports team, Quetta, India
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Group photo, British sports team, Quetta, India
Group photo, British sports team, with officers and cup, Quetta, India (now in Pakistan).
circa 1930
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Media ID 14399141
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Cups Helmets Jersey Jerseys Pakistan Pith Quetta Tops Trophies Trophy
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative group photograph captures the spirit of camaraderie and competition among the British sports team stationed in Quetta, India during the 1930s. The image, taken around 1930, depicts a diverse group of officers and soldiers, all proudly wearing their team jerseys and pith helmets adorned with unit insignia. The men, with their confident and determined expressions, exude a sense of athleticism and determination, reflecting the physical demands of colonial life in India. The team, which is believed to have been based in the Quetta Cantonment, is posing with a trophy or cup, a symbol of their victories on the sports field. The image offers a glimpse into the past, providing a fascinating insight into the social and cultural fabric of the British Raj during the 1930s. The military uniforms and helmets, along with the backdrop of the rugged terrain and exotic landscape, serve as a reminder of the colonial era and the complex history of India and Pakistan. The photograph, which is part of the extensive archives of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a unique perspective on the role of sports and recreation in the lives of British soldiers and officers serving in India during the colonial period. It is a poignant reminder of the human stories that lie behind the historical narrative, and the enduring legacy of the British Empire in the Indian subcontinent.
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