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The Cabul Captivity (engraving)
1617090 The Cabul Captivity (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cabul Captivity. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 27 May 1843.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23091658
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Afghanistan Cabul Kabul Prison Prison Cells Prisoners Prisons
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The Cabul Captivity - A Glimpse into the Tragic Tale of Imprisonment
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. This photo print, titled "The Cabul Captivity" takes us back to a dark chapter in history. Created by an anonymous English School artist during the 19th century, this engraving offers a haunting visual representation of the events that unfolded during the infamous Cabul Captivity. The image transports us to Kabul, Afghanistan, where prisoners are confined within grim prison cells. Among them is Lady Sale, elegantly dressed in traditional attire, her resilience shining through even in captivity. The despair and anguish on their faces tell stories of hardship and uncertainty. At the center of it all stands Mahommed Akhbar Khan, a prominent figure responsible for orchestrating this tragic ordeal. His presence looms large as he oversees his captives with an air of authority. This engraving originally appeared in The Illustrated London News on May 27th, 1843 – a stark reminder of how news was disseminated even during those times. Preserved within private collections until now, this print allows us to reflect upon the struggles faced by these individuals trapped far from home. As we gaze upon this historical artifact captured by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, let us remember those who endured such hardships and pay homage to their strength amidst adversity.
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