Afghan War Collection (page 6)

The Prince of Wales at Eton College: Unveiling of the Memorial Organ-Screen to The
The Prince of Wales at Eton College: Unveiling of the Memorial Organ-Screen to the Old Etonians who Fell in the Afghan, Zulu, and Boer Campaigns

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The Afghan War: View from the Cabul Gate, Jellalabad, Showing the Road by which Dr. Brydon Arrived in January, 1842

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The Afghan War: the Safed Koh Range, from the Khoord Khyber, 1879

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The Afghan War: Blowing up Towers and Destruction of Village of Kassaba, Afreedi Country, 1879

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The Afghan War: a Raid against the Momunds. the 11th Bengal Lancers Crossing the Kunar River, 1879

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The Afghan War: Three Cheers for the Queen, New Years Day at Jellalabad, 1879

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The Afghan War: the 8th Kings Regiment Skirmishing up the Peiwar Kotul, December 2, 1879

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The Afghan War: Military Sports and Games at Jellalabad, 1879

Assault-At-Arms at the Albert Hall in Aid of the Afghan War Relief Fund, Uk, 1881

English physician; survivor of the British retreat from Kabul at the end of the First Afghan War in 1842
WILLIAM BRYDON (1811-1873). English physician; survivor of the British retreat from Kabul at the end of the First Afghan War in 1842. Wood engraving, English, 1873

AFGHAN WAR, 1842. British troops fighting their way out of Afghanistan through the Khyber Pass. Contemporary English engraving

AFGHAN WAR, 1842. British forces secure positions in the Khyber Pass: wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

SECOND AFGHAN WAR (1878-1881). British military officers at the Fort of Ali Musjid in the Khyber Pass, 1878

AFGHAN WAR, 1878. The British advance camp at Hurri Singh Ka Bourj in the Khyber Pass

AFGHAN WAR, 1879. Artillery passing through the Kabul Gate, Jellalabad. Line engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

AFGHAN WAR, 1879. A subdivision of a mountain battery of the British Army. Line engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

AFGHAN WAR (1878-1881). Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1880

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"The Afghan War: A Glimpse into the Turbulent Past" Step back in time to the Second Afghan War of 1878, where Amir Sher Ali of Afghanistan found himself trapped amidst treacherous alliances. In this historical conflict, friends turned foes and enemies became allies as power dynamics shifted. Travel further back to the First Afghan War (1839-1842), where a British Army camped outside Kabul, Afghanistan. Witness their struggles and triumphs through a contemporary English steel engraving that captures the essence of those turbulent times. Immerse yourself in The Royal Berkshire Regiment's heroic stand at Maiwand in 1880. This courageous act resonates even today, reminding us of the sacrifices made by soldiers who fought valiantly for their cause. Experience Major Wigram Battye's tragic demise during the Battle of Futtehabad in 1879. His death serves as a poignant reminder of the harsh realities faced by those on the frontlines. Witness history unfold as you delve into an image depicting the storming of Gandia Mullah by the 91st Highlanders and 2nd Gurkas in 1901. These brave warriors epitomize resilience and determination against all odds. Discover intercepted moments from this tumultuous era captured by artist Joseph Swain in his artwork from 1881. These glimpses offer insights into both military strategies and personal stories that unfolded during this period. Explore various aspects of life during wartime with engravings showcasing punishments within camps or loading camels with supplies for troops stationed there. Such scenes shed light on daily routines amidst chaos and uncertainty. Join General Sir Samuel Browne at Jellalabad's grand Durbar held on New Year's Day—an event symbolizing unity among diverse groups amid conflict-ridden times. Witness his leadership skills firsthand as he navigates through challenging circumstances. Finally, observe rituals surrounding fallen adversaries such as burning bodies or executing Ghazi assassins.