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NWFP - Khyber Pass - Supplies taken to Fort Maud
NWFP - Khyber Pass - Supplies taken to Fort Maud - situated exactly halfway from India (as was then) to Afghanistan. Date: circa 1910
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This photograph depicts a convoy of supplies being transported to Fort Maud, situated in the North-West Frontier Province (NWFP) of British India, around the year 1910. The fort, which is exactly halfway between India and Afghanistan, served as a crucial outpost for the British Empire during its rule in the region. The supplies, essential for the upkeep of the garrison and the maintenance of the strategic border, are being carried by a combination of mules and trains. The rugged terrain of the Khyber Pass, a mountainous and historically significant pass linking Afghanistan and Pakistan, posed significant challenges for the transportation of goods. The mules, with their sure-footedness and ability to navigate steep and rocky terrain, were the preferred mode of transport for the supplies. The muleteers, dressed in traditional attire, can be seen carefully loading the supplies onto the animals. The trains, which were used to transport larger quantities of supplies, can be seen in the background, making their way through the narrow and winding pass. The North-West Frontier Province, also known as the 'North-West Territory' or 'North-West Borderlands,' was a strategically important region for both India and Afghanistan. The area was home to various ethnic and tribal groups, and the British sought to maintain control over the region to prevent any potential threats to their rule in India. The photograph provides a fascinating glimpse into the logistical challenges faced by the British during their rule in the region and the ingenuity and resilience of the people involved in transporting supplies to Fort Maud. The Khyber Pass, with its rich history and strategic importance, continues to be a significant border crossing between Pakistan and Afghanistan to this day.
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