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The Afghan War, Attack on the Bala Hissar, Cabul, on the Night of 11 December 1879 (engraving)
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The Afghan War, Attack on the Bala Hissar, Cabul, on the Night of 11 December 1879 (engraving)
1614082 The Afghan War, Attack on the Bala Hissar, Cabul, on the Night of 11 December 1879 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War, Attack on the Bala Hissar, Cabul, on the Night of 11 December 1879. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 28 February 1880.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22555268
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Afghan War Afghanistan Attacker Bala Hissar Battlefields Cabul Kabul Second Anglo Afghan War News Item
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This engraving captures the intensity and chaos of the Attack on the Bala Hissar in Cabul during the Afghan War on the night of 11 December 1879. The image, created by an unknown English artist from the 19th century, showcases a pivotal moment in history. The composition is filled with action as soldiers engage in fierce combat amidst crumbling walls and billowing smoke. The attackers, driven by their determination to conquer, are depicted with grit and bravery. Their faces reflect both fear and resolve as they navigate through treacherous terrain. The scene is illuminated by moonlight casting an eerie glow over the battlefield, adding to its dramatic atmosphere. Every detail has been meticulously engraved, capturing not only the physicality of war but also its emotional toll. Published in The Illustrated London News on 28 February 1880, this engraving served as a visual documentation of a significant event during the Second Anglo-Afghan War. It provided readers with a glimpse into far-off conflicts that shaped global politics at that time. Today, this print serves as a historical artifact reminding us of past struggles and sacrifices made by those who fought for their beliefs. It stands as a testament to human resilience and serves as a reminder to learn from our collective history so that we may strive for peace in our present world.
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