‘History is a living and evolving tapestry of human experiences and narratives’
The HinduThe beginning of the First World War in 1914 unleashed unprecedented havoc across the world. More than 1.3 million Indian soldiers participated in the British Indian Army and fought at different battle zones throughout World War 1. Emphasizing the importance of remembering our military history Githa said, “History is not a stagnant entity, it is a living, and evolving tapestry of human experiences and narratives worth understanding.” The Indian troops fought in countries like France, Egypt, Swizz Canal, East Africa, West Africa and Mesopotamia. She spoke of the contribution of notable figures like Mysore Maharaja Nalvadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar, WWI’s commanding officer Col. Desaraja Urs, Risaldar A. Lingaraj Urs, Turab Ali, Bahadur Chamaraj Urs and others. Githa pointed out that the city boasts four memorials, including the ASC Centre, Brigade Road/Residency Road intersection, Mysore Lancers memorial at J.C. Road, and St. Joseph’s School.
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