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The Afghan Campaign, the Ex-Ameer Yakoob Khan and his Heir-Apparent in the British Camp at Kushi, 29 September (engraving)
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The Afghan Campaign, the Ex-Ameer Yakoob Khan and his Heir-Apparent in the British Camp at Kushi, 29 September (engraving)
1054281 The Afghan Campaign, the Ex-Ameer Yakoob Khan and his Heir-Apparent in the British Camp at Kushi, 29 September (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan Campaign, the Ex-Ameer Yakoob Khan and his Heir-Apparent in the British Camp at Kushi, 29 September. Illustration for The Graphic, 22 November 1879.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23025912
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This engraving, titled "The Afghan Campaign, the Ex-Ameer Yakoob Khan and his Heir-Apparent in the British Camp at Kushi, 29 September" offers a glimpse into a significant moment during the 19th-century conflict between Britain and Afghanistan. The image portrays an intriguing street scene within the British camp at Kushi, where two prominent figures take center stage. On one side stands the ex-Ameer Yakoob Khan, once a powerful ruler of Afghanistan but now finding himself in unfamiliar territory as he interacts with his British captors. Despite his diminished status, there is an air of dignity about him that commands attention. Beside him stands his heir-apparent, perhaps burdened with both responsibility and uncertainty as he navigates this new alliance. Horses dotting the scene add to its dynamic energy while symbolizing strength and mobility amidst political upheaval. The setting itself captures a sense of tension and intrigue as these key players engage in diplomatic negotiations or strategize their next moves. Published in The Graphic on November 22nd, 1879, this engraving provides valuable historical insight into a pivotal moment during the Afghan Campaign. Preserved within private collections today, it serves as a reminder of past conflicts and alliances that have shaped our world. Through this artwork's intricate details and skilled craftsmanship by English School artists from that era shines through time immemorial
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