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A group of Pashtun men with rifles
Pashtuns (Pushtuns, Pakhtuns, Pukhtuns), also called Pathans are ethnic Afghans. An Eastern Iranian ethno-linguistic group with populations primarily in Afghanistan and in the North-West Frontier Province, Federally Administered Tribal Areas and Balochistan provinces of western Pakistan. The Pashtuns are typically characterized by their usage of the Pashto language and practice of Pashtunwali, which is a traditional code of conduct and honor. This scene of a group of pashtun warriors could have been taken in the Khyber Pass
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This evocative photograph captures a group of Pashtun men, an Eastern Iranian ethno-linguistic group primarily residing in Afghanistan and the North-West Frontier Province and Federally Administered Tribal Areas of Pakistan. The Pashtuns are recognized by their usage of the Pashto language and adherence to Pashtunwali, a traditional code of conduct and honor. The scene unfolds in the Khyber Pass, a historic and culturally rich region that has long served as a vital trade and cultural link between South Asia and Central Asia. The Pashtun warriors in the photograph, their faces etched with determination, hold rifles with curved bayonets, a testament to their historical significance as skilled fighters and protectors of their lands. Their thin, lean physiques and the rugged terrain in the background further emphasize the harsh conditions they have endured throughout history. The Pashtuns have played a pivotal role in the history of the region, and their unique cultural practices and traditions continue to shape the lives of millions of people in Afghanistan and Pakistan. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich and complex history of the Pashtun people and their enduring connection to their land and traditions.
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