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Treaty of Rawalpindi, 1919
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Treaty of Rawalpindi, 1919
Treaty of Rawalpindi, 8th August 1919 - between Afghanistan and Britain during the Third Anglo-Afghan War. Sardar Ali Ahmad Khan (pictured) represented the Amir of Afghanistan and Sir Hamilton Grant represented the Indian government
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Afghan Afghanistan Ahmad Amir Anglo Delegation Frontier Khan Khyber Murree Negotiations Pakistan Pass Peace Rawalpindi Sardar Treaty 1919
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This historic photograph captures a pivotal moment in the complex relationship between Afghanistan and India during the early 20th century. The image depicts the signing of the Treaty of Rawalpindi on August 8, 1919, between the Amir of Afghanistan, Mir Habibullah Khan, and Sir Hamilton Grant, the British representative of the Indian government. The treaty was signed during the Third Anglo-Afghan War, a conflict that arose from border disputes and British concerns over Russian influence in Afghanistan. Sardar Ali Ahmad Khan, a prominent Afghan leader and diplomat, is seen in the foreground of the image, seated to the left of the Amir. Khan represented the Afghan delegation during the negotiations that took place in Murree, near Rawalpindi, Pakistan. The treaty brought an end to the war and established a more peaceful border between the two nations. The Treaty of Rawalpindi had significant implications for the region. It marked the end of the British Raj's direct control over the Afghan border provinces and paved the way for Afghanistan's independence. The treaty also established a more formal diplomatic relationship between Afghanistan and India, which would continue to evolve over the following decades. The photograph is a testament to the importance of diplomacy and negotiation in resolving conflicts and shaping the political landscape of the region. It serves as a reminder of the complex historical ties between Afghanistan and India and the ongoing efforts to maintain peace and stability along their shared border.
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