This Postcard depicts British Indian - Sikh lancers and was likely produced in Marseille, France. It is possible that the postcard was produced during or after World War I, as Sikh soldiers served in France as part of the British Army during this time. Sikh soldiers fought bravely and with great distinction in World War I, and their martial skills and bravery were highly valued by the British Army. Sikh soldiers played a particularly important role in the defense of the Western Front in France, where they were used as shock troops to break up enemy formations and create openings for other troops to exploit. Shock troops are soldiers who are trained and equipped to attack enemy positions with the goal of causing confusion and disruption. They are typically used to break up enemy formations and create openings for other troops to exploit, and are often characterized by their mobility and ability to quickly attack enemy positions. Shock troops may use a variety of tactics, such as surprise attacks, flanking maneuvers, and infiltration, to achieve their objectives.