Military Digest | A look at Indian Army’s role in Persia in the 2 World Wars
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What Happened
Indian Army troops stationed in Persia during World War I and II protected communication lines and oilfields. The Seistan Force, commanded by General Reginald Dyer, prevented German and Ottoman infiltration into Afghanistan and Balochistan. British and Russian forces occupied Persia, dividing it into spheres of influence. Indian military participation remains largely undocumented in historical records.
Key Entities
Indian ArmyPersia/IranWorld War IWorld War IIGeneral Reginald DyerSeistan ForceSouth Persia RiflesBritainRussia