Exhibition: Far From the Western Front: South Asian Stories of the First World War

Far From the Western Front is a free exhibition exploring the untold stories of South Asians whose crucial contribution shaped the First World War.

The exhibition uses previously unseen images, digital media, and individuals’ experiences uncovered from the archives to follow the stories of eight people across the globe.

Their experiences remind us that there was more to the First World War than mud and trenches of Europe. In this exhibition, we discover the threat of lions on patrol in East Africa, thirst in the 50 degree heat of the Sinai desert, and starvation at the Siege of Kut.

Far From the Western Front is created by volunteers from across London, including Indian, Pakistani and Nepali communities, and is funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund.