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The Afghan Boundary Dispute (engraving)
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The Afghan Boundary Dispute (engraving)
1591086 The Afghan Boundary Dispute (engraving) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan Boundary Dispute. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 May 1885.
W Simpson); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22547318
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Afghan Boundary Commission Afghanistan Board Border Disputes Borders Caspian Sea Central Asia Grand Duke Constantine Turkmen Turkmenistan Turkomans Krasnovodsk Murghab
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The Afghan Boundary Dispute - A Glimpse into Central Asia's Turbulent Borders
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. This photo print, titled "The Afghan Boundary Dispute" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Captured by the talented artist William Simpson and published in The Illustrated London News on May 9,1885, this engraving offers a vivid illustration of the complexities surrounding border disputes in Central Asia. The image showcases an intense scene where members of the Afghan Boundary Commission are engaged in measuring the disputed mile using a sophisticated mile measuring machine. Beg Morad Bey, an influential figure representing Afghanistan, can be seen closely observing as tensions rise among board members discussing topography and territorial claims. Intriguingly, the backdrop reveals breathtaking landscapes that stretch from Zulfagar Pass to Turkmenistan's Krasnovodsk region. These areas were at the heart of contention between various factions seeking control over strategic territories near Caspian Sea and Heri Rud. Notably, one prisoner is depicted amidst this heated debate – possibly highlighting the consequences faced by those caught up in these conflicts. The presence of Sarok Turkoman tribesmen further emphasizes how different ethnic groups were entangled within these boundary disputes. As we delve into this historical snapshot captured by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, it serves as a reminder of how political rivalries shaped borders and influenced lives across Afghanistan and its neighboring regions during that era.
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