People are just learning heartbreaking truth behind infamous ‘Afghan girl’ photo that will change the way you look at it forever
**The iconic “Afghan Girl” photo**, taken by Steve McCurry in 1984, depicts Sharbat Gula, a 12-year-old refugee with striking green eyes. The image, featured on *National Geographic* in 1985, became a symbol of resilience amid war. Yet, few knew the hardships Sharbat endured. **Sharbat’s early life** was marked by tragedy. Her mother died when she…