Afridis Collection

Afghan War / Dargai
THE STORMING OF DARGAI The Gordon Highlanders, under Colonel Mathias, storm heights fiercely defended by a large force of Afridis

Afridi Tribesman of the Khyber Pass, NWFP
Afridi Tribesman (Afreedis / Abaorteans) - a Pashtun (Pathan) tribe from the Khyber Pass region posing with his long rifle. Date: circa 1920s

Historical Geography
5315162 Historical Geography; (add.info.: Historical Geography. 1900. India. To the belligerent proclivities of the Afridis)

Print of John Bull, 1897
1574148 Print of John Bull, 1897; (add.info.: Print by Udo Keppler, 1872-1956, artist. shows John Bull sitting in a chair)

The Indian Frontier Risings, at the Gate of Ali Musjid, the Fort at the Entrance of the Khyber Pass
1597819 The Indian Frontier Risings, at the Gate of Ali Musjid, the Fort at the Entrance of the Khyber Pass, taken by the Afridis (litho) by Begg

Afridis firing on British troops (engraving)
967205 Afridis firing on British troops (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afridis firing on British troops)

The Northamptons bringing in their dead, 1897 (lithograph)
3744574 The Northamptons bringing in their dead, 1897 (lithograph) by Bull, Rene(1872-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Indian Frontier Rising)

The Indian Frontier Rising, Lundi Kotal Fort, taken and burned by the Afridis, 24 August (engraving)
1597846 The Indian Frontier Rising, Lundi Kotal Fort, taken and burned by the Afridis, 24 August (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Indian Frontier Trouble (b / w photo)
1597820 The Indian Frontier Trouble (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Indian Frontier Trouble)

The Indian Frontier Trouble (litho)
1597838 The Indian Frontier Trouble (litho) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Indian Frontier Trouble)

War Correspondents in danger from the Afridis, 1897 (lithograph)
3744575 War Correspondents in danger from the Afridis, 1897 (lithograph) by Bull, Rene(1872-1942); Private Collection; (add.info)

The wounded piper plays the troops to victory (colour litho)
2801146 The wounded piper plays the troops to victory (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The wounded piper plays the troops to victory)

Afridis and Pathan tribes (colour photo)
3106250 Afridis and Pathan tribes (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afridis and Pathan tribes)

The end of the Indian Frontier Campaign, Afridis at Peshawur bidding Farewell to Sir William Lockhart (litho)
1039523 The end of the Indian Frontier Campaign, Afridis at Peshawur bidding Farewell to Sir William Lockhart (litho) by Craig

Afridis (b / w photo)
5990476 Afridis (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afridis. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

The Indian Frontier Rising, a Baggage Guard of the Queens Regiment beating off an Attack on a Convoy in the Arhanga
1598196 The Indian Frontier Rising, a Baggage Guard of the Queens Regiment beating off an Attack on a Convoy in the Arhanga Defile (litho) by Prior

Afghanistan (engraving)
1059954 Afghanistan (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afghanistan. Illustration for The Graphic, 9 November 1878.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection

Afridis from the Khyber Pass
Afridi (Afreedis / Abaorteans) - a Pashtun (Pathan) tribe from the Khyber Pass region. Date: 1907

Afridi Tribesmen, NWFP
Two (heavily-armed!) Afridi Tribesmen (Afreedis / Abaorteans) - a Pashtun (Pathan) tribe from the Khyber Pass region Date: circa 1920s

Concerned in the Peshawar trouble. A typical Afridi sniper behind the rocks. 7 August 1930

Afridis of the Pass - North West Frontier Province
Afridis of the (Khyber) Pass - North West Frontier Province

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The Afridis: Warriors of the Khyber Pass In the annals of history, the name Afridi resonates with tales of bravery and defiance. Hailing from the rugged region of Northwest Frontier Province (NWFP), these tribesmen have left an indelible mark on the pages of time. During the Afghan War, their valorous spirit shone brightly as they fought against British troops in a bid to protect their homeland. The Dargai incident stands as a testament to their unwavering resolve, where they fiercely resisted foreign forces attempting to breach their territory. Their mastery over Ali Musjid, guarding the entrance to Khyber Pass, was legendary. A lithograph depicting its capture by Afridis showcases their strategic prowess and determination in defending what was rightfully theirs. Engravings vividly depict intense battles between Afridis and British soldiers. With rifles blazing, these fearless warriors stood tall against formidable adversaries who sought control over this volatile frontier. The toll of war is never forgotten; a poignant lithograph captures Northamptons bringing back fallen comrades from battlefields strewn with sacrifice during 1897's Indian Frontier Rising. It serves as a stark reminder that even amidst triumphs and victories, lives were lost on both sides. Lundi Kotal Fort's burning remains etched into memory through an engraving - a symbol of Afridi resistance that shook imperial powers to their core. These acts reverberated across borders and ignited flames within other Pathan tribes who joined hands in solidarity against colonial rule. War correspondents risked life and limb documenting events unfolding at this treacherous frontier - captured in striking lithographs showcasing danger faced by those seeking truth amidst chaos. Amidst turmoil emerged moments that defined humanity's resilience - a wounded piper playing his haunting melody while leading troops towards victory. This color litho encapsulates courage amid adversity – an emblematic image forever etched in our collective memory.