From Jawans to Generals – Loyal Allies, Proud Britons
For 150 years the British Army recruited Sikh soldiers into its armed forces, Warwickshire Museum in association with the Sikh Heritage Association Warwick & Leamington (SHAWL), is proud to host a photographic exhibition that tells this unique story.
These Sikh soldiers made an enormous contribution in major world conflicts but their efforts have not been widely recognised. The exhibition, which was launched by HRH Prince of Wales in 2002, will run from the 22 August to the 14 September 2008. Admission is free.
In the two world wars, Sikh soldiers served from the trenches of the Western front to the jungles of Burma. More than 83,000 were killed and over 100,000 were wounded. They were awarded countless medals for gallantry, including several Victoria Crosses.
From Jawans to Generals tells the story of the Sikh contribution to the British Army through a fascinating selection of historic photographs, many dating back to the Victorian period, and celebrates the proud history of the Anglo Sikh relationship.
A special lecture accompanying the exhibition will be held at Warwickshire College, Trident Park, Warwick, CV34 6SW on Saturday 13 September at 6.00pm. Admission to this lecture is also free of charge and everyone is welcome.
For further information contact Warwickshire Museum on 01926 412500
Museum opening times: 10am - 5pm Tuesday to Saturday & Sunday 11.30am- 5pm. Admission is free.