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Sir Richard Francis Burton disguised as a Pathan, c. 1853
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Sir Richard Francis Burton disguised as a Pathan, c. 1853
Engraving of Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890), the English explorer, linguist and diplomat, disguised as a Pathan, c.1853. A master of up to 30 languages, Burton made a pilgrimage to Mecca disguised as Shaykh Abdullah in 1853 and later explored Africa, settting out with John Hanning Speke, to search for the source of the Nile River. In later life he served as a British diplomat in Brazil, Syria and Italy
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"This engraving captures Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890) in disguise as a Pathan during his pilgrimage to Mecca in 1853. A renowned explorer, linguist, and diplomat, Burton was known for his mastery of up to 30 languages. In this image, he is seen dressed in traditional Pathan attire, blending in with the local population to ensure a safe and successful journey. Burton's pilgrimage to Mecca was just one of his many adventures. In 1857, he embarked on an expedition to Africa with John Hanning Speke, with the goal of discovering the source of the Nile River. Their journey led to the discovery of Lake Victoria, which they believed to be the source of the Nile. Later in life, Burton served as a British diplomat in various countries, including Brazil, Syria, and Italy. His diplomatic career allowed him to continue his explorations and linguistic studies, making him an invaluable asset to the British Empire. Burton's exploits have left a lasting impact on history. His ability to blend in with different cultures and speak their languages allowed him to gather valuable information and establish diplomatic relations. This engraving is a testament to his adventurous spirit and his commitment to exploration and diplomacy." Caption for an image of an engraving of Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890) disguised as a Pathan during his pilgrimage to Mecca in 1853. Burton was a British explorer, linguist, and diplomat known for his mastery of up to 30 languages. He made a pilgrimage to Mecca disguised as Shaykh Abdullah in 1853 and later explored Africa with John Hanning Speke to find the source of the Nile River. In later life, he served as a British diplomat in Brazil, Syria, and Italy. This engraving captures Burton's ability to blend in with different cultures and his commitment to exploration and diplomacy.
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