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Afghan Delegation at Murree
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Afghan Delegation at Murree
The Afghan delegation, two days after the signing of the Treaty of Rawalpindi, signed at Murree on 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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10th Afghan Afghanistan Ahmad Amir Anglo Delegation Frontier Khan Khyber Murree Negotiations Pakistan Pass Peace Rawalpindi Sardar Treaty 1919
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of Afghanistan and its relationship with India and Britain, taken just two days after the signing of the Treaty of Rawalpindi on August 8, 1919. The treaty, signed at Murree in the North-West Frontier Province of British India, marked the end of the Third Anglo-Afghan War. In the image, Sardar Ali Ahmad Khan, a prominent Afghan leader and representative of the Amir of Afghanistan, is seen in deep conversation with Sir Hamilton Grant, the British representative from the Indian government. The peaceful setting of the scene, with the gentle rolling hills of Murree in the background, contrasts starkly with the tumultuous history of conflict between the three nations. The Treaty of Rawalpindi brought an end to the war and established a more stable border between Afghanistan and British India. It also allowed for the establishment of a British diplomatic mission in Kabul, which would help to facilitate better relations between the two nations. Sardar Ali Ahmad Khan was a key figure in Afghan politics at the time, having previously served as the Afghan ambassador to Russia and as the governor of Kabul. His presence at the negotiations underscores the importance of the treaty and the significance of the diplomatic efforts to establish peace in the region. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the complex and intricate diplomatic history of Afghanistan, India, and Britain, and the role that negotiations and dialogue have played in shaping the borders and relationships between these nations. The image also serves as a testament to the enduring power of diplomacy in resolving conflicts and promoting peace.
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