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During World War I, many Sikh soldiers in the British Indian Army wore the pagri, a traditional turban, as part of their standard uniform. The pagri was not only a symbol of their religious and cultural identity but also served a practical purpose. Sikh soldiers believed the turban provided protection for their sacred hair, which they kept uncut as a fundamental tenet of their faith. While many soldiers in the British Army wore steel helmets, many Sikh troops continued to wear their pagris.
