The Prince of Wales accompanied by the Maharajah of Benares and their suites leaving Ramnagar Palace to cross the Ganges. The Guard of Honour were equipped with ancient types of firearms. (December 13th, 1921.)
At Ramnagar Palace, the Prince of Wales was provided with ample protection from the sun in the shape of two huge Umbrellas. The Maharajah of Benares is also seen in the pictures. Benares.
At the Hindu University the Prince received a degree. The Chancellor is seen adjusting H.R.H.’s gown – whilst the Vice- Chancellor stands by with the Prince’s pugaree. (December 13th, 1921.)
At the Hindu University the Prince received a degree. The Chancellor is seen adjusting H.R.H.’s gown – whilst the Vice- Chancellor stands by with the Prince’s pugaree. (December 13th, 1921.)
The Prince of Wales and his suite landing after a trip down the Ganges. In the background is seen a pontoon bridge specially constructed for the Prince to cross the river. (December 13th, 1921.) Benares.
On arrival at the Frontier the Prince of Wales inspected a guard of Honour composed of Nepalese Infantry. On the left of the picture is the Maharajah of Nepal. (December 14th, 1921.) Bhikna Thori.
The Prince of Wales crossing the Frontier, Nepal. Nepalese drawn up in two lines, showering the Prince’s car with rose petals and rice on entering Nepal. (December 14th, 1921.)
The Prince of Wales’ first tiger – a fine specimen. This group composed the Prince’s first tiger shooting party. L. to R., Lord Cromer, Sir Lionel Halsey, H.R.H., Lord Louis Mountbatten, and Colonel Worgan, Nepal. (December 14th, 1921.)
The Prince’s first tiger. In the group are members of H.R.H.’s and the Maharajah’s suites. On the Prince of Wales’ right is General Sir Baber Shumshere Jung Bahadur Rana, G.B.E., K.C.S.I., K.C.I.E. son of the Maharajah. Nepal. (December 14th, 1921.)