(Detail From) They Attack Unaware by Vasily Vereshchagi [Postcard]

NBP0169PC. (Detail From) They Attack Unaware by Vasily Vereshchagi

The war between Imperial Russia and the Emirate of Bukhara, fought from 1866 to 1868, was part of Russia's push into Central Asia. Russia sought to control the region, including the strategically important Emirate of Bukhara, to secure trade routes and extend its influence.

Collectors postcard - first edition of 90 cards.

Postcard size 6 inches x 4 inches (15cm x 10cm)