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  • Published In: History Today, 2025, v. 75, n. 10. P. 3 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Griffiths, Rhys; Wiles, Kate 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the historical context and implications of the term "The Great Game," which refers to the 19th-century rivalry between Britain and Russia for political dominance in Central Asia, particularly Afghanistan, with India as the ultimate prize. The phrase, popularized by Rudyard Kipling and further defined by historian Peter Hopkirk, suggests a complex struggle that involved various players, including the Parsi community, whose aspirations were influenced by the rise of Indian nationalism and geopolitical changes in Iran. The article highlights the often-overlooked role of the Parsis in this historical narrative, emphasizing their significance amidst the broader power dynamics of the era. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:History Today. 2025/10, Vol. 75, Issue 10, p3
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0018-2753
  • Accession Number:187799543
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