Chakrata Collection

Snows from A. T. A. Chakrata, c1938
Snows from A.T.A. Chakrata, c1938. Chakrata is a cantonment town in Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand, India. Chakrata is an access restricted military cantonment

The barracks with distant snow-capped mountains, Chakrata, India, early 20th century

Kailana, Chakrata, India, 1917

A porter lifting a large load, Chakrata, India, 1917

British soldiers, Chakrata, India, 1917

British soldiers resting on a route march, between kalsi and Chakrata, India, 1917

Mountains between kalsi and Chakrata, India, 1917

Barber, Chakrata, India, 1917
Wallah, Chakrata, India, 1917

Hill tribe children, Chakrata, 1917

Hill tribe family, Chakrata, 1917

Hill tribe people, Chakrata, 1917

British troops outside the garrison church, Chakrata, 1917

Garrison church, Chakrata, 1917

Sadar Bazar and Kalana Hill, Chakrata, 1917

View of Chakrata from Kalana, India, 1917. The town was originally a cantonment of British Indian Army

Snow on the Himalayas, taken from Chakrata, 1917

Wester hill, Chakrata, India, 20th century

Muslim hill tribe people, Chakrata, India, 1917

St Hughs Church, Chakrata, India, 1917

Private Lacey, 5th East Surrey regiment, Chakrata, India, 1917
Private Lacey, East Surrey regiment, Chakrata, India, 1917

Chakrata, India - The Church. Chakrata (or Chakrauta) is a cantonment town in the Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand, Northern India, close to the border with Chinese Tibet

Group photo, Chakrata, Uttarakhand, India, WW1
Group photo, Chakrata hill station, Uttarakhand, India. Taken outside St Hughs Church, with the Rev G A Padfield at the centre of the group

General view, Chakrata, Uttarakhand, India
General view, Chakrata hill station, Uttarakhand, India. Date: circa 1917

Eastern Hill, Chakrata, India
Eastern Hill, Chakrata in the Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand, India. Date: circa 1910s

Church of England, Chakrata, India
Church of England, Chakrata - a cantonment town in the Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand, Northern India, close to the border with Chinese Tibet

Trooping the Colours - Chakrata, India
Trooping the colours at Chakrata, India in the Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand, India. Date: circa 1910s

Regiment on the Parade Ground - Chakrata
Regiment in camp on the parade ground - Chakrata, a cantonment town in Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand, India

Snow View - Chakrata, India
Snow-topped peaks viewed from Snow View - Chakrata - a cantonment town in the Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand, Northern India, close to the border with Chinese Tibet. Date: circa 1910s

Brewery - Chakrata, India
The Brewery at Chakrata (or Chakrauta) - a cantonment town in the Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand, Northern India, close to the border with Chinese Tibet. Date: circa 1910s

Chakrata, India - Viewed from the Kallana Neck
Chakrata, India in the Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand, India - viewed from the Kallana Neck. Date: circa 1910s

Chilmeri Neck and Kailana - Chakrata, India
Chilmeri Neck and Kailana - Chakrata - a cantonment town in the Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand, Northern India, close to the border with Chinese Tibet. Date: circa 1910s

Kailana and Bazar from Chakrata, India
Kailana and Bazar from Chakrata - a cantonment town in the Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand, Northern India, close to the border with Chinese Tibet. Date: circa 1910s

Western Hill, Chakrata, India
Western Hill, Chakrata in the Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand, India. Date: circa 1910s

Chakrata, India - The Cart Road Brewery
Chakrata (or Chakrauta) is a cantonment town in the Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand, Northern India, close to the border with Chinese Tibet. Date: circa 1910s

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"Chakrata: A Glimpse into the Enchanting Snowy Wonderland" Step back in time to c1938, as snowflakes gracefully descend upon the picturesque town of Chakrata. The captivating sight of snows from A. T. A. Chakrata mesmerizes all who lay eyes on it. In the early 20th century, nestled amidst this winter wonderland, stood barracks with a backdrop of majestic snow-capped mountains. The soldiers stationed here were fortunate enough to witness nature's breathtaking beauty every day. Transportation was no easy feat in these rugged terrains. Witness a porter defying gravity as he effortlessly lifts an enormous load, showcasing their incredible strength and resilience. British soldiers found solace during their route marches between Kalsi and Chakrata, taking moments to rest and rejuvenate against the backdrop of awe-inspiring mountains that seemed to touch the heavens themselves. The charm extended beyond its military presence; it embraced diversity and culture. Meet a skilled barber who catered to both locals and soldiers alike, ensuring everyone left his humble abode looking their best. Hill tribe children filled the air with laughter as they played amidst nature's playground in 1917 Chakrata. Their innocence painted vibrant hues against the serene landscape. Witness hill tribe families living harmoniously within this idyllic setting - generations intertwined like roots firmly planted in tradition. Their way of life added richness to this already enchanting place. As British troops gathered outside the garrison church, unity prevailed despite cultural differences—a testament to humanity's ability to find common ground even amidst unfamiliar surroundings. Chakrata remains etched in history as a sanctuary where natural beauty meets human resilience—a haven for those seeking solace amid snowy peaks and warm hearts alike.