History of the War in Afghanistan, Vol. 1 (of 3) by Sir John William Kaye
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"History of the War in Afghanistan, Vol. 1 (of 3)" by Sir John William Kaye is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the complexities, events, and figures surrounding the tumultuous Afghan War, providing detailed insights into the political and military context of the time. It examines the dynamics of power among Afghan rulers and the British Empire's interests in the region. The opening of this volume
sets the stage for the historical narrative by introducing Shah Zemaun and the Douranee Empire at the dawn of the 19th century. It discusses Zemaun Shah's ambitions to invade Hindostan and the resulting unrest that troubled British India. The section lays the groundwork for understanding the rivalries and alliances among Afghan tribes, the impact of foreign influences—particularly from France and Russia—and the British response to perceived threats in Central Asia. Ultimately, the narrative establishes a backdrop of political intrigue and military maneuvers that exemplifies the period's volatility, foreshadowing the conflicts and consequences that will unfold throughout the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Kaye, John William, Sir, 1814-1876 |
|---|---|
| Title |
History of the War in Afghanistan, Vol. 1 (of 3) Third Edition |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Giovanni Fini, Brian Coe, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries (archive.org/details/toronto) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Afghan Wars |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 48083 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-48083-1 |
| Release Date | Jan 27, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 838 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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