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The Affair on the Khushk River in the Vicinity of Penjdeh (engraving)
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The Affair on the Khushk River in the Vicinity of Penjdeh (engraving)
1045101 The Affair on the Khushk River in the Vicinity of Penjdeh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Affair on the Khushk River in the Vicinity of Penjdeh. Illustration for The Graphic, 27 June 1885.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23544170
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Aerial Views Affair Afghans Defenders Deserted Foreground Pakistan Pursued Retreating Russian Camp Russian Troops Storming Vicinity Ak Tapa Murghab River
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The Affair on the Khushk River in the Vicinity of Penjdeh
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is a captivating engraving that takes us back to a significant military event in the 19th century. The image, created by an anonymous English School artist, showcases the intense battle between Afghan cavalry and Russian troops. In this action-packed scene, we witness the Afghan defenders storming forward while being pursued by retreating Russian forces. The foreground is crowded with soldiers engaged in bayonetting combat, creating a sense of chaos and urgency. As our eyes wander through the print, we notice Afghan guns strategically placed along their trenches near the Khushk River. The aerial view provides us with a glimpse of both sides' strategies and movements. We see deserted areas where Turcoman horsemen once stood before Russian reinforcements arrived at their camp. A brick bridge known as Pul i Khisti stands tall amidst this battleground. The engraving not only captures the intensity of war but also highlights geographical features like Ak Tapa and Kizil Tapa alongside rivers such as Murghab and Khushk. These details transport us to Pakistan's vicinity where Penjdeh lies today. This historical artwork from Fine Art Finder serves as a reminder of past conflicts that shaped nations and altered borders. It allows us to reflect on how military affairs have influenced history throughout time.
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