Sikh sacrifices

A ceremonial troop has been created to honour the bravery of the Sikh personnel who fought for Great Britain in the First World War.

Members wore period infantry uniforms and carried Lee Enfield rifles for the launch on the parade ground at Wellington Barracks, which was accompanied by music from the Band of the Irish Guards.

Known as The 1914 Sikh Ceremonial March Troop and comprising personnel from the army, Royal Air Force and Royal Navy, they were presented with the 1914 Sikhs standard ahead of a remembrance service for those killed at the First Battle of Ypres.

The troop will march in honour of their forebears to keep their legacy alive for future generations.