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The Afghan Wars

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""The Afghan Wars"" by Archibald Forbes is a comprehensive account of the British military campaigns in Afghanistan during the 19th century. The book covers the First Anglo-Afghan War (1839-1842), the Second Anglo-Afghan War (1878-1880), and the Third Anglo-Afghan War (1919). Forbes provides a detailed analysis of the political and military events that led to each conflict, as well as the strategies and tactics employed by the British forces. He also explores the cultural and social dynamics of Afghanistan and the impact of the wars on the country and its people. Drawing on primary sources and personal accounts, Forbes delivers a vivid and engaging narrative that sheds light on a critical period in British and Afghan history. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in military history, British imperialism, and the complex relationship between Afghanistan and the West.1892. Forbes, a brilliant war correspondent, spent his later years in literary work, which included this volume on the Afghan Wars. Contents Part I. The First Afghan War: Preliminary; The March to Cabul; The First Year of Occupation; The Beginning of the End; The Road to Ruin; The Catastrophe; The Siege and Defense of Jellalabad; and Retribution and Rescue. Contents Part II. The Second Afghan War: The First Campaign; The Opening of the Second Campaign; the Lull Before the Storm; The December Storm; On the Defensive in Sherpur; Ahmed Khel; The Ameer Abdurrahman; Maiwand and the Great March; and The Battle of Candahar.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781162634982
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 350
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x19 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 467 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 10. december 2024
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""The Afghan Wars"" by Archibald Forbes is a comprehensive account of the British military campaigns in Afghanistan during the 19th century. The book covers the First Anglo-Afghan War (1839-1842), the Second Anglo-Afghan War (1878-1880), and the Third Anglo-Afghan War (1919). Forbes provides a detailed analysis of the political and military events that led to each conflict, as well as the strategies and tactics employed by the British forces. He also explores the cultural and social dynamics of Afghanistan and the impact of the wars on the country and its people. Drawing on primary sources and personal accounts, Forbes delivers a vivid and engaging narrative that sheds light on a critical period in British and Afghan history. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in military history, British imperialism, and the complex relationship between Afghanistan and the West.1892. Forbes, a brilliant war correspondent, spent his later years in literary work, which included this volume on the Afghan Wars. Contents Part I. The First Afghan War: Preliminary; The March to Cabul; The First Year of Occupation; The Beginning of the End; The Road to Ruin; The Catastrophe; The Siege and Defense of Jellalabad; and Retribution and Rescue. Contents Part II. The Second Afghan War: The First Campaign; The Opening of the Second Campaign; the Lull Before the Storm; The December Storm; On the Defensive in Sherpur; Ahmed Khel; The Ameer Abdurrahman; Maiwand and the Great March; and The Battle of Candahar.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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