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Syed Ali, training Indiarani in front of the Elephant House, London Zoo
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Syed Ali, training Indiarani in front of the Elephant House, London Zoo
2639474 Syed Ali, training Indiarani in front of the Elephant House, London Zoo, August 1923 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info.: Indiarani, a female Asian Elephant was presented to the Zoo by H.H Sir Jitendra Narayan, the 23rd Maharaja of Cooch Behar on the 16th July 1920. Syed Ali was a native Mahout brought from India to train Indiarani.); eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright
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The captivating photograph captures a moment in time at the Elephant House in London Zoo during August 1923. In the image, Syed Ali, a native Mahout brought all the way from India, can be seen training Indiarani, a majestic female Asian Elephant. The photo was taken by Frederick William Bond and is part of the collection owned by the Zoological Society of London. Indiarani was presented to the zoo on July 16th, 1920, as a generous gift from H. H Sir Jitendra Narayan, the 23rd Maharaja of Cooch Behar. Syed Ali's role was crucial in ensuring that Indiarani adapted well to her new surroundings and became comfortable under human care. The picture showcases Syed Ali standing beside Indiarani with his hand gently resting on her side. It offers an intimate glimpse into their unique bond while highlighting both their strength and gracefulness. The Elephant House serves as an impressive backdrop for this extraordinary display of trust between man and animal. This historical photograph not only documents an important chapter in London Zoo's history but also symbolizes our fascination with these magnificent creatures throughout time. It reminds us of our responsibility to protect and appreciate wildlife while shedding light on the dedication required to train such intelligent beings like Indiarani under captivity.
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