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SECOND AFGHAN WAR, 1878. Save Me From My Friends! Amir Sher Ali of Afghanistan
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SECOND AFGHAN WAR, 1878. Save Me From My Friends! Amir Sher Ali of Afghanistan
SECOND AFGHAN WAR, 1878.
Save Me From My Friends! Amir Sher Ali of Afghanistan endeavors to stand between the Russian bear and the British lion as each eyes the other with suspicion. English cartoon by Sir John Tenniel, 1878, shortly after the outbreak of the Second Afghan War
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1878 Afghan Afghan War Afghanistan Allegory Bear British Empire Coat Emir Great Britain Hostile Lion Political Ruler Russia Russian Satire Suspicion Symbol Tenniel Sher
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the tumultuous era of the Second Afghan War in 1878. The image depicts Amir Sher Ali of Afghanistan, a figure caught between two formidable powers - the Russian bear and the British lion. As tensions rise and suspicion fills the air, Sir John Tenniel's English cartoon brilliantly captures the political allegory unfolding before our eyes. Amir Sher Ali stands tall, donning his coat and hat with an air of authority. His moustache adds to his regal appearance as he endeavors to maintain balance amidst great hostility. On one side, we see the menacing Russian bear, representing Russia's growing influence in Central Asia and its desire for territorial expansion. On the other side looms the British lion, symbolizing Great Britain's imperial ambitions. The artist masterfully conveys a sense of urgency through satire as each power gazes at one another with suspicion. It is clear that Amir Sher Ali finds himself trapped between these two giants, desperately seeking salvation from their clutches. This thought-provoking image serves as a reminder of how geopolitical rivalries can shape history and impact nations caught in their midst. Through this historical lens captured by Granger Art on Demand, we gain insight into a pivotal moment when Afghanistan found itself entangled in a complex web woven by external forces vying for dominance over its land and people.
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