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I Swear You Are an Englishman : the authors disguise is exposed in Herat
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I Swear You Are an Englishman : the authors disguise is exposed in Herat
TRV227729 I Swear You Are an Englishman : the authors disguise is exposed in Herat, from Travels in Central Asia...in...1863, 1864 by Arminius Vambery (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; eTravellers Club; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22665288
© Travellers Club / Bridgeman Images
Accusation Afghan Afghanistan Afghans Exposed Exposure Imposter Foiled Infiltration Undercover
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In this print titled "I Swear You Are an Englishman: the author's disguise is exposed in Herat" we are transported back to a moment of intrigue and revelation. The engraving, created by the English School in the 19th century, captures a pivotal scene from Arminius Vambery's Travels in Central Asia during 1863 and 1864. The image depicts an interior setting where an imposter stands accused, his traditional costume now foiled as a disguise. The atmosphere is charged with tension as the truth behind his undercover identity is finally revealed. This dramatic exposure unravels the intricate web of espionage that had been woven around him. The figure at the center of attention appears to be a dervish disguised as one of Afghanistan's locals, blending seamlessly into their culture and donning a turban. However, it becomes evident that he is not who he claims to be - suspicions confirmed by those surrounding him. This powerful photograph speaks volumes about infiltration, deception, and the risks taken by spies like Vambery during his travels through Afghanistan. It offers us a glimpse into history when boundaries were blurred between friend and foe. Preserved within private collections today, this remarkable piece from eTravellers Club takes us on an enthralling journey through time while reminding us of the perils faced by those who dared to venture into unknown territories for knowledge or intelligence gathering purposes.
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