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5924754 Street scene, Jalalabad 1879 (b/w photo) by Burke, John (fl.1878-79); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Street scene, Jalalabad, 1879.
Photograph by John Burke, 2nd Afghan War (1878-1880), 1879.
Following the capture of Fort Ali Masjid on 21 November 1878 and the forcing of the Khyber Pass, Lieutenant-General Sir Sam BrowneAs Peshawar Valley Field Force had occupied Jalalabad, 70 miles east of Kabul, on 20 December 1878. The photographer John Burke accompanied the army to Jalalabad and took a number of pictures there as the British waited throughout the early months of 1879 for the Afghans to accept their peace terms. His photograph of JalalabadAs main street, showing the covered bazaar, features a sentry, probably of the 2nd Gurkhas, standing in the foreground to the right.); eNational Army Museum; British, out of copyright
Media ID 22763138
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This print captures a mesmerizing street scene in Jalalabad, Afghanistan, back in 1879. Taken by the talented photographer John Burke during the Second Afghan War, this image offers a glimpse into the daily life of the city during that time. After successfully capturing Fort Ali Masjid and forcing their way through the Khyber Pass, Lieutenant-General Sir Sam Browne's Peshawar Valley Field Force had occupied Jalalabad. As they waited for the Afghans to accept peace terms, Burke accompanied them and took several captivating pictures of the city. In this particular photograph, we see Jalalabad's main street with its bustling covered bazaar. The focal point is a sentry positioned on the right side of the frame, likely belonging to the 2nd Gurkhas regiment. His presence adds an intriguing element to an otherwise ordinary street scene. The composition beautifully showcases both architectural details and human activity within this historical setting. Every corner tells a story - from people going about their daily routines to merchants selling their goods under colorful awnings. Thanks to Bridgeman Images' preservation efforts, we can now appreciate this remarkable piece of history captured by John Burke over 140 years ago. It serves as a testament to his skill as a photographer and allows us to reflect upon how much has changed since that time in Jalalabad's vibrant streetscape.
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