Indian officers praying for recovery of Edward VII, 1902
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Indian officers praying for recovery of Edward VII, 1902
Indian officers, in London to take part in the Coronation procession of King Edward VII, spontaneously go to pray in the field opposite Fulham Palace, when they receive the news that the king has been taken ill with appendicitis just two days before his Coronation. He thankfully recovered and his Coronation took place six weeks later. Date: 1902
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In this evocative photograph, a group of Indian officers, clad in their distinctive uniforms, are seen gathered in prayer on a grassy field opposite Fulham Palace in London. The year is 1902, and these brave men had traveled great distances to participate in the historic Coronation procession of King Edward VII. However, their solemn reverie was disrupted by the unexpected news that the monarch had been taken ill with appendicitis just two days before the grand event. The gravity of the situation weighed heavily upon these officers, who, despite being far from home, felt deeply connected to their king and the British Empire. In this moment of collective anxiety, they sought solace in their faith, coming together to offer fervent prayers for the recovery of their monarch. The serene expression on their faces, their bowed heads, and the folded hands speak volumes about their unwavering devotion and unshakable faith. This poignant scene serves as a powerful reminder of the deep-rooted religious and cultural ties that bound the Indian subcontinent to the British Empire during this era. The fact that these officers chose to pray in a spontaneous, communal manner, away from the formal confines of a place of worship, underscores the profound significance of their faith in their lives. Fortunately, King Edward VII did recover from his illness, and his Coronation took place six weeks later, on August 9, 1902. This photograph stands as a testament to the resilience, faith, and unity of the Indian contingent during this critical moment in history.
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