Greetings Card : Road Communications in Afghanistan
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Road Communications in Afghanistan
Road Communications in Afghanistan. Sketch No 1. Map showing details of railways, roads and telegraph lines. Published by General Staff, India, February 1939. From a collection of papers associated with Col Alexander Stalker Lancaster, 10th Gurkha Rifles, 1917-1956, relating principally to his tours of duty as Military Attache in Kabul, 1934-1935 and 1940-1948. Date: 1939
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Media ID 14404182
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10th 1956 Afghanistan Alexander Details Gurkha Lancaster Lines Papers Railways Rifles Roads Staff Stalker Telegraph
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Add a touch of history to your greetings with our unique Road Communications in Afghanistan card from Media Storehouse. This exquisite design features an authentic, vintage map depicting railways, roads, and telegraph lines in Afghanistan, published by the General Staff in India in 1939. Acquired from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed image is a captivating blend of history and art, making it an extraordinary choice for those seeking to send a thoughtful and distinctive message. Perfect for history enthusiasts, globetrotters, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of the past, this card is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing map, titled "Road Communications in Afghanistan. Sketch No 1," is a fascinating glimpse into the transportation infrastructure of Afghanistan during the late 1930s. Published by the General Staff in India in February 1939, this map provides a detailed overview of the railways, roads, and telegraph lines that connected various parts of the country. The map is part of a larger collection of papers associated with Colonel Alexander Stalker Lancaster, a British military officer who served as Military Attaché in Kabul from 1934 to 1935 and again from 1940 to 1948. The map reveals a complex network of transportation routes that crisscrossed Afghanistan, with several major railways and roads shown running through the country. The railways, represented by solid red lines, include the Kabul-Jalalabad line and the Herat-Kandahar line, both of which were significant arteries for the movement of goods and people. The roads, denoted by dashed lines, are equally extensive, connecting major cities and towns throughout the country. Telegraph lines, represented by thin blue lines, are also shown on the map, indicating the importance of communication networks in the region. The map's meticulous detail and clear labeling make it an invaluable resource for understanding the transportation infrastructure of Afghanistan during this period. The map's historical significance is further underscored by its association with Colonel Lancaster, who played a key role in British military operations in Afghanistan during the early to mid-20th century. Overall, this map offers a captivating glimpse into the transportation history of Afghanistan and the broader geopolitical context of the region during a pivotal time in world history.
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