The green-eyed Afghan girl became a symbol in the late twentieth century of strength in the face of hardship. Her tattered robe and dirt smudged face have smmoed compassion from around the world; and her beauty has been unforgettable. The clear, strong green of her eyes encouraged a bridge between her world and the West. And likely more than any other image, hers has served as an international emblem for a difficult era and a troubled nation.
"Steve McCurry" by Anthony Bannon
The picture became famous when it was featured on the June 1985 cover of National Geographic Magazine. It was known throughout the world simply as the Afghan Girl until she was formally identified as Sharbat Gula in 2002.
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