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Naval Ratings in Bombay (Mumbai) Riots
1000 Naval Ratings in Bombay (Mumbai) riot on 19th February 1946 in protest against a cut in pay and allowances. Date: 1946
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1946 Bodies Bombay Mass Mumbai Protesters Protesting Ratings Riot Rioters Rioting
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This powerful image captures the tense atmosphere of the 1946 Bombay (Mumbai) Riots, as over 1,000 Naval Ratings gather in protest against a perceived cut in pay and allowances. The scene unfolds on the streets of Bombay, India, with the naval personnel, dressed in their distinct uniforms, forming a large and determined crowd. Their faces are etched with a mixture of frustration and resolve as they raise their fists in a show of solidarity. The date was February 19th, a day that would go down in history as a turning point in the city's tumultuous past. The Naval Ratings, who were predominantly from the Royal Indian Navy, had been serving their country during World War II and felt they were being unfairly treated with the proposed pay cuts. The mass gathering quickly turned into a riot, with protesters clashing with the British authorities. The situation escalated into violence, leaving many injured and several fatalities. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles and sacrifices made by the Indian naval personnel during this period, and the broader social and political unrest that was brewing in India at the time. The photograph, taken on February 19, 1946, offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history, when the tides of change were beginning to shift in India's favor. The image is a testament to the power of collective action and the indomitable spirit of those who dared to challenge the status quo.
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