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Kandahar Gate, Kelaat, 1839 circa (coloured lithograph)
5920137 Kandahar Gate, Kelaat, 1839 circa (coloured lithograph) by Jackson, Sir Keith A. (fl.1838); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Kandahar Gate, Kelaat, 1839 circa.
Coloured lithograph from Views in Affghaunistaun etc from sketches taken during the Campaigns of the Army of the Indus, by W L Walton after Captain Sir Keith A Jackson, Bt, 4th (Queens Own) Light Dragoons, published by W H Allen and Co and T McLean.
After installing Shah Shuja as Emir in place of Dost Mohammed in August 1839, the British made preparations to withdraw the majority of their soldiers from Kabul, believing that the 1st Afghan War (1839-1842) was won. On their way back to India, Sir John Keanes Army of the Indus inflicted punishment on the Baluchi Khans of Khelat. This was because of their constant attacks on British supply lines. After fierce fighting in the surrounding hills, the walls of Khelat were successfully stormed and the city captured.); © National Army Museum
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This coloured lithograph captures the Kandahar Gate in Kelaat during the year 1839. The artwork, created by Sir Keith A. Jackson, offers a glimpse into the historical events that unfolded during the 1st Afghan War (1839-1842). Following the installation of Shah Shuja as Emir to replace Dost Mohammed, British forces believed they had secured victory and began preparations to withdraw from Kabul. However, on their journey back to India, they encountered constant attacks from Baluchi Khans of Khelat who targeted their supply lines. In response, Sir John Keane's Army of the Indus launched a punitive expedition against them. The image showcases the aftermath of fierce fighting in the surrounding hills as British soldiers successfully stormed and captured Khelat city. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring this historic moment to life, highlighting both its significance and brutality. Published in Views in Affghaunistaun etc from sketches taken during the Campaigns of the Army of Indus by W. L Walton after Captain Sir Keith A Jackson's original drawings, this print serves as a testament to both artistic skill and historical documentation. Preserved at London's National Army Museum, this remarkable lithograph provides viewers with an opportunity to reflect upon a pivotal chapter in Afghanistan's history while appreciating its artistic merit.
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