August 1947: Scene at the Red Fort on the first Independence Day
As India celebrates its 78th anniversary Independence DayThe nation remembers the decades-long struggle against colonial rule that culminated in the freedom we cherish today. From the Rebellion of 1857, often considered the first war of independence, to the mass movements led by Mahatma Gandhi in the early 20th century, India’s struggle for sovereignty was marked by sacrifice, resilience and an unbreakable spirit.
The journey to freedom was not an isolated event but a series of tireless efforts by innumerable freedom fighters. Leaders like Subhas Chandra Bose, Bhagat Singh and Khudiram Bose, among others, played pivotal roles in mobilizing the masses, challenging oppressive laws and inspiring hope. The Quit India movement of 1942 and the subsequent partition of 1947 remain etched in the collective memory of the nation as defining moments of India’s liberation from British rule.
Today, X is packed with unseen and little-known images from the pre-Independence era. These photographs, shared on social media by user @Indianhistorypics, offer a glimpse into the lives of those who fought and sacrificed for India’s freedom.
Check it out:
Indian Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s National Army
Supporters of the Ghadar Party
Cellular Jail in Andaman
The gallows at Lahore Central Jail, where Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev were executed in 1931
British soldiers making the Indian tour along the road
August 1947 :: Banner for the first day of independence
Tara Rani Srivastava still hoisting the flag after her husband was shot dead
A freedom fighter lies in front of a cart loaded with imported British clothes being transported for sale in Bombay
BS Kesavan Dividing books in the Imperial Secretariat library
On 15 August 2024, India celebrated its 78th Independence Day with the theme “Viksit Bharat”, meaning “Developed India”. This theme reflects the government’s ambitious vision of transforming the nation into a developed country by 2047, the centenary of its independence.
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