Afghan Girl: The Moving Tale Of The Woman Behind The World’s Most Iconic Photograph
Viewed As An Afghanistan Hero
Sharbat Gula’s arrest in Pakistan was yet another moment of suffering in her life; but, once again, this was a battle she was meant to win. After two weeks in prison, she was released and returned home to Afghanistan.
The case made Sharbat into a definite Afghan hero; while she was liked in her native country, her imprisonment in Pakistan increased her status and political influence furthermore. Her bravery was finally recognized by the Afghan administration. While Sharbat was born in Afghanistan, she always considered Pakistan as her home. Now, she will likely never go back to that country.
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