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Mr Gandhi in England with a travelling spinning-wheel, 1931
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Mr Gandhi in England with a travelling spinning-wheel, 1931
Mr Gandhi in England with a travelling spinning-wheel. He arrived in England to attend the Round Table Conference, on 12th September 1931, landing from a cross-channel steamer at Folkestone. Date: 1931
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in history as Mahatma Gandhi, the renowned Indian independence activist, sets foot on English soil for the first time since his departure from England in 1891. The image, taken in 1931, shows Gandhi disembarking from a cross-channel steamer at Folkestone Harbour, carrying his iconic travelling spinning wheel. Gandhi had returned to England to attend the Round Table Conference, a series of meetings aimed at resolving the political issues between the British government and various Indian leaders. The spinning wheel, a symbol of self-reliance and the Swadeshi movement, accompanied Gandhi throughout his political career as a reminder of the importance of Indian textile industries and the need for Indian independence. Gandhi's arrival in England was a significant event, marking the culmination of years of political struggle and diplomacy. He was greeted by a large crowd, including notable figures such as Sarojini Naidu and Sir Pattani, who had also travelled from India to attend the conference. The 1930s were a crucial period in the Indian independence movement, with Gandhi leading numerous campaigns and protests against British rule. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the determination and resilience of Gandhi and his followers, as they sought to bring about lasting change in India. The Round Table Conference ultimately failed to deliver on the Indian leaders' demands for self-governance, but it marked the beginning of a new chapter in the Indian independence movement. Gandhi's unwavering commitment to nonviolent resistance and his powerful symbolism continue to inspire people around the world to this day.
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