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Dr. Abdullah Khan OBE | |
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 Dr. Abdullah Khan, OBE | |
| Born | c. 1850 Punjab, British India |
| Died | c. 1917 London, United Kingdom |
| Allegiance | British India |
| Service | British Indian Army |
| Years of service | Late 19th century – c. 1917 |
| Rank | Subedar Major |
| Unit | 17th Queen Victoria's Own Poona Horse Regiment |
| Battles / wars | World War I |
| Awards | Six Service Medals Clasp for the Iraq Campaign Represented Regiment at the Coronation of King George V |
| Spouse(s) | Name Unknown |
| Children | Dr. Barkat Ali Khan Dr. Mohammed Ali Khan Dr. Yusuf Ali Khan Chief Justice Abdulrehman Changez Fatima Begum Javed Khadijah Shujaat Ali |
| Relations | Dr. Shujaat Ali (son-in-law) |
Dr. Abdullah Khan, OBE (c. 1850 – c. 1917) was an Indian battlefield doctor and military leader who served in the 17th Queen Victoria's Own Poona Horse Regiment of the British Indian Army during the First World War. He is remembered for his contributions to military medicine and leadership, earning six service medals and the privilege of leading his regiment at the Coronation of King George V.
Early Life and Background
[edit]Dr. Abdullah Khan was born around 1850 in Punjab, British India, into the prominent Sasodia Rajput lineage. His father, Mohammed Ramzan Khan, and grandfather, Mohammed Massania Khan, were influential figures in their community. The traditions of bravery, discipline, and service within the Sasodia Rajput heritage played a significant role in shaping his character and his future contributions to medicine and military leadership.
Military and Medical Career
[edit]Dr. Abdullah Khan served as a battlefield doctor with the 17th Queen Victoria's Own Poona Horse Regiment, a prestigious cavalry unit of the British Indian Army. The regiment played a significant role during the First World War, particularly in campaigns across Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq), Egypt, and Palestine.
Rank and Role
[edit]Dr. Khan achieved the rank of Subedar Major, the highest rank attainable for Indian soldiers during British rule. As Subedar Major, he served as a critical intermediary between Indian soldiers and British officers, earning respect and trust.
Notable Contributions
[edit]- Battlefield Medicine: During the First World War, Dr. Khan provided medical care to wounded soldiers under intense battlefield conditions.
- Service Medals: He was awarded six service medals, including recognition for the Iraq Campaign.
- Coronation of King George V: Dr. Khan represented his regiment at the 1911 Coronation of King George V in London, a significant honor reflecting his leadership and the regiment's contributions.
Family and Personal Life
[edit]Dr. Abdullah Khan was the father of six children, including:
- Dr. Barkat Ali Khan
- Dr. Mohammed Ali Khan
- Dr. Yusuf Ali Khan
- Chief Justice Abdulrehman Changez
- Fatima Begum Javed
- Khadijah Shujaat Ali
Dr. Abdullah Khan passed away in London around 1917, during or shortly after the First World War. He is buried in London.
Legacy
[edit]Dr. Abdullah Khan was a strong advocate for higher education and the pursuit of medicine, values that were passed down to his descendants.
- Three of his sons, including Dr. Mohammed Ali Khan Azad, became doctors. Dr. Mohammed Ali Khan Azad also founded the medical laboratory company Azad Laboratory.
- His daughter Khadijah Shujaat Ali and her husband, Dr. Shujaat Ali, established the Fatimah Jinnah Medical College in Pakistan in 1948, the first medical college for women in Pakistan.
Dr. Abdullah Khan’s contributions to medicine, leadership, and education have left a lasting legacy, inspiring future generations in both military and medical fields.
Honors and Awards
[edit]- Six service medals, including the clasp for the Iraq Campaign
- Represented his regiment at the 1911 Coronation of King George V
See Also
[edit]- British Indian Army
- First World War Campaigns in Mesopotamia
- Poona Horse Regiment
- Fatima Jinnah Medical University
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