Indian soldiers played a significant role in World War I, with over one million Indian troops serving overseas. Here’s how they fared during the war:
– Indian soldiers fought against the German Empire on the Western Front, with Khudadad Khan becoming the first Indian to receive a Victoria Cross.

– Indian divisions were sent to Egypt, Gallipoli, German East Africa, and Mesopotamia, with nearly 700,000 soldiers serving in the latter against the Ottoman Empire.

– While some divisions were sent overseas, others remained in India, guarding the North West Frontier and performing internal security and training duties.

– The Indian Army was one of the two largest volunteer armies in the world in 1914, with a strength of 240,000 men.

– By November 1918, the Indian Army had grown to 548,311 men, considered the Imperial Strategic Reserve.

– Indian battalions were smaller than British battalions and often segregated by tribe, caste, or religion.

– Despite challenges, Indian soldiers made significant contributions, earning recognition and honors. However, they also faced difficulties adapting to new equipment, continental weather, and poor morale.

– Child soldiers as young as 10 were enlisted, and officer casualties were high, with difficulties in replacing British officers.

– The Indian Army suffered significant losses, with over 60,000 fatalities and 74,187 recorded deaths.

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