“This is one of the most iconic and historic photographs I have ever seen. The emotion conveyed in the body language is overwhelming – if one understands the context behind it. It’s August 15, 2021 in Kabul, Afghanistan. It’s 1:20pm in the afternoon, 08:50 Zulu time as shown by the aviator’s clock on the wall forever documenting the moment. The country of Afghanistan has collapsed. The Taliban have taken the capital of Kabul and are advancing through residential areas.”
Privacy Overview
This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful.