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The Gordon Highlanders. How Piper Findlater won the V. C. at Dargai, 1897, (1939)
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The Gordon Highlanders. How Piper Findlater won the V. C. at Dargai, 1897, (1939)
The Gordon Highlanders. How Piper Findlater won the V.C. at Dargai, 1897, (1939). The Storming of the Dargai Heights by the 1st Gordon Highlanders and the Gurkhas, 1897. Fighting between British troops and Afridi tribesmen on the North-West Frontier (a province of British India and later of Pakistan) on 20 October 1897, during the Tirah Campaign. Four Victoria Crosses were awarded after the action. One of the recipients was piper George Findlater who continued to play to encourage his battalions advance, despite having been wounded. From Battles for the Flag, a set of cards given away with British boys comic The Wizard. [D. C. Thomson & Co. Dundee, 1939]
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The Gordon Highlanders - Piper Findlater's Heroic Journey at Dargai, 1897
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. This print captures a pivotal moment in history during the Tirah Campaign of 1897. The image depicts the storming of the Dargai Heights by the brave soldiers of the 1st Gordon Highlanders and their Gurkha allies. Amidst this fierce battle between British troops and Afridi tribesmen on the North-West Frontier, one man stands out as a symbol of unwavering courage and determination. Meet piper George Findlater, an extraordinary individual who would go on to win the prestigious Victoria Cross for his remarkable bravery. Despite being wounded, Piper Findlater continued to play his bagpipes with unyielding spirit, inspiring his fellow soldiers to press forward in their advance. His music echoed through the mountains as he fearlessly led his battalion into battle. In this vividly colored artwork by R. Caton Woodville II from 1939, we witness not only a historical event but also a testament to human resilience and heroism. The composition beautifully portrays both the harshness of war and Scotland's rich cultural heritage embodied by Piper Findlater. This photograph serves as a reminder that even in times of great adversity, individuals like Piper Findlater can rise above challenges with unwavering determination and inspire others through their actions. It is an inspiring tribute to all those who have fought bravely for their country throughout history.
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