Summary
Burning bodies in a Hindu cremation ceremony in India during World War II. One of 32 black and white photographs, some in the form of postcards, relating to the military service of David Ralph Goodwin, Ex H.M.A.S. Association (Vic).
Description of Content
A group of men burning a body covered in small logs of wood. A Hindu cremation ceremony in India, World War II.
Physical Description
Black and white silver gelatin photograph.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mr (David) R. Goodwin, After 1987
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Format
Photograph, Black & White
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Inscriptions
Hand written in grey pencil on the back of the photograph; 'Burning the bodies / Indian religion'
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Image Dimensions - Photograph
102 mm (Width), 82 mm (Height)
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Keywords
World War II, 1939-1945, Military Forces, Naval Arms, Religions: Hinduism, Religious Ceremonies, Death & Mourning
