H. H. Ranjitsinhji, Jamsaheb of Nawanagar in India, WW1
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H. H. Ranjitsinhji, Jamsaheb of Nawanagar in India, WW1
Ranjitsinhji Vibhaji (1872 1933) Indian prince and Test cricketer who played for the Sussex English cricket team known affectionately as Ranji in Britain. Pictured during the First World War riding on an elephant in his home land though as the Illustrated Sporting & Dramatic News mentions, he was shortly to return to his military duties in Europe where he was serving with the Indian cavalry. Date: 1916
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Cricketer Elephant Magnificent Nawanagar Princes Ranjitsinhji Vibhaji Ranji
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In this evocative photograph, His Highness Ranjitsinhji Vibhaji, the Jamsaheb of Nawanagar in India, is depicted riding majestically on an elephant against the backdrop of lush greenery. The image, taken in 1916, captures the essence of the princely state of Nawanagar and the regal aura that surrounded its ruler. Ranjitsinhji, affectionately known as Ranji in Britain, was a renowned Indian prince and a brilliant cricketer who represented the Sussex English cricket team. The photograph, however, was taken during a brief respite from his military duties. At the time, Ranjitsinhji was serving with the Indian cavalry in Europe as part of the British forces during the First World War. The Illustrated Sporting & Dramatic News reported that he was "shortly to return to his military duties in Europe," highlighting the dual role he played as both a prince and a soldier. Ranjitsinhji's cricketing prowess had earned him a place in the annals of cricket history. He was the first Asian to captain the English cricket team and is considered one of the greatest all-rounders in the history of the game. His cricketing skills were matched only by his courage and leadership, which were on full display during his military service. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of a bygone era, where princes ruled their states and represented their countries in various arenas, including the battlefield and the cricket field. The image of Ranjitsinhji, the Indian prince on an elephant, is a magnificent representation of the rich cultural heritage and history of India during the early 20th century.
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