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King George V shooting expedition 1911
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King George V shooting expedition 1911
His Imperial Majesty making his way through the jungle during the great big-game shoot in Nepal. Date: December 1911
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This evocative photograph captures His Imperial Majesty King George V during his grand big-game shoot expedition in Nepal, December 1911. The King, dressed in hunting attire and mounted on an elephant, makes his way through the dense jungle. The scene exudes an air of imperial grandeur, as the British monarch leads his entourage deep into the heart of the Nepalese wilderness. The King's colonial expedition was a symbol of British power and influence in India and its surrounding territories. The hunt was a popular pastime among the British aristocracy, and the opportunity to bag a prized big-game trophy was a source of great prestige. The Nepalese jungle, teeming with exotic wildlife, provided the perfect backdrop for this royal event. The King, an experienced hunter, is shown here in his element, with a sense of determination and focus in his eyes. The elephant, a common mode of transport in the jungle, carries him and his companions through the thick foliage. The photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the British Empire held sway over vast territories and the pursuit of big-game hunting was a popular pastime among the ruling elite. The image is a testament to the power, wealth, and prestige of the British monarchy during the colonial period.
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