The Indian Labour Corps in WW1

Published on 2 December 2020
Submitted by Pratap Chhetri

In this presentation, which was delivered 'live' to an online audience, Pratap Chhetri talks about the Indian Labour Corps in the Great War.

Pratap looks at the process of their recruitment, the journey to France, and the pay and service of those men in the corps. He talks about how these non-combatants contributed immensely to the War effort even though they did not bear arms. He also looks into the Labour Corps from North East India, which is his area of expertise. 

The Indian Labour Corps in WW1
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