Volunteers undergoing physical checks, 1943
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Volunteers undergoing physical checks, 1943
Photograph of volunteers undergoing physical checks, 1943 (c).Potential recruits to the 5th Mahratta Light Infantry undergo weight tests at the regimental depot at Belgaum. At the outbreak of World War Two, the Indian Army numbered around 200, 000 men. As the war progressed the Army would expand to become the largest all-volunteer force in history, rising to over 2.5 million men in size. The 5th Mahratta Light Infantry was one of the many Indian regiments that grew enormously, from five regular battalions to over 20 wartime battalions.From album of 37 photographs associated with 5th Mahratta Light Infantry, compiled by Maj C W Boultwood, 1943 (c).Associated with World War Two (1939-1945). Date: circa 1943
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1943 Checks Depot Infantry Mahratta Numbered Outbreak Photograph Physical Potential Progressed Recruits Regimental Tests Undergo Undergoing Volunteers Weight
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This evocative photograph captures a moment during the rigorous recruitment process for the 5th Mahratta Light Infantry during World War Two. In the image, potential volunteers undergo weight tests at the regimental depot in Belgaum, India. At the onset of the war, the Indian Army counted approximately 200,000 men. However, as the conflict progressed, it grew to become the largest all-volunteer force in history, with over 2.5 million soldiers. The 5th Mahratta Light Infantry was one of the many Indian regiments that expanded significantly, growing from five regular battalions to over 20 wartime battalions. The recruits' determination and dedication are evident as they submit to the physical checks, preparing to join the ranks of this historic military force. This photograph is part of an album of 37 images related to the 5th Mahratta Light Infantry, compiled by Major C.W. Boultwood in 1943. The album is associated with the World War Two era (1939-1945).
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