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Afghan men, Jalalabad, 1878 circa (b / w photo)
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Afghan men, Jalalabad, 1878 circa (b / w photo)
5924150 Afghan men, Jalalabad, 1878 circa (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Afghan men, Jalalabad, 1878 circa.
Photograph, 2nd Afghan War (1878-1880), 1878 circa.
The tribesmen of Afghanistan defended their mountainous strongholds with great skill and courage. Armed with jezails, long and heavy muskets that were often fitted with a forked rest, they were fine marksmen and took a heavy toll on the British and Indian army units who entered their territory.
From an album of 61 photographs, 1878-1880 compiled by Lt Col C A Mercer, 4th Gurkha Regiment.); eNational Army Museum; out of copyright
Media ID 22568054
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This photo print, titled "Afghan men, Jalalabad, 1878 circa" captures a powerful moment in history. Taken by an unknown photographer during the 19th century, this image is housed at the National Army Museum in London. The photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of Afghan tribesmen during the Second Afghan War (1878-1880). These resilient men defended their mountainous strongholds with remarkable skill and unwavering courage. Equipped with jezails - long and heavy muskets often fitted with a forked rest - they proved to be formidable marksmen, inflicting significant casualties on British and Indian army units that dared to enter their territory. Part of an album compiled by Lt Col C A Mercer from the 4th Gurkha Regiment, this particular image is one of 61 photographs taken between 1878 and 1880. It serves as a testament to both the artistry of early photography and its ability to document historical events. As we gaze upon this thought-provoking print, we are transported back in time to witness these brave Afghan men standing tall amidst their rugged surroundings. Their stoic expressions hint at stories untold; tales of resilience, honor, and fierce determination that have shaped Afghanistan's rich history. This photograph reminds us of the power inherent in visual storytelling – capturing moments frozen in time that continue to resonate across generations.
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