Afghanistan Collection (page 2)

Band-I-Zulfiqar the main lake, Band-E- Amir (Bandi-Amir) (Dam of the King) crater lakes, Afghanistans first National Park, Bamian province, Afghanistan, Asia

One of the New Afghan Boundary Pillars (engraving)
1591343 One of the New Afghan Boundary Pillars (engraving) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: One of the New Afghan Boundary Pillars)

Royal Navy Sea King Helicopters in Afghanistan
Two Royal Navy Sea Kings at Forward Operating Base Sangin in Afghanistan. The Sea King Mk4 known throughout the Naval world as the Junglie are the green giants of the Fleet Air Arm

NWFP - Khyber Pass - Supplies taken to Fort Maud - situated exactly halfway from India (as was then) to Afghanistan. Date: circa 1910

Afghanistan, lithograph, published in 1881
Ancient map of Afghanistan. Lithograph, published in 1881

WW2 - British Majorcoats and Khassadars at Chitral
WW2 - British Soldiers (one on radio - far left) with Khassadars of North Waziristan, at Chitral (then Northern India, now Pakistan), close to the border with Afghanistan. Date: circa 1940

Sarwani Soldier
A Sarwani (or Sherwani) tribesman. The Sarwani are a Batani Pashtun tribe settled in Afghanistan, Pakistan and India. Date: circa 1910

Peshawar - Pathan Tribesmen with rifles (matchlocks)

Khyber Pass - Afghanistan / Pakistan - Khyber Railway Tunnel
The Khyber Pass - the mountain pass that links Pakistan and Afghanistan. Throughout history it has been an important trade route between Central Asia and South Asia and a strategic military location

Buzkashi, Kabul, Afghanistan, Asia

Tiling around blue window, Shrine of Hazrat Ali, Mazar-i-Sharif, Balkh, Afghanistan, Asia

Children looking out of window of old house, Old City, Kabul, Afghanistan, Asia

Lady pilgrim in blue burqa sitting in doorway at Sufi shrine of Gazargah, Herat, Herat Province, Afghanistan, Asia

Pilgrims in the hallway, Sufi shrine of Gazargah, Herat, Herat Province, Afghanistan, Asia

Britannia and her Pets
Britannia and her pets, the British lion and the Indian tiger are ready to take on Afghanistan

The attack on the Peiwar Kotal by the 5th Gurkha Rifles, Afghanistan, December 1878, c
NAM237729 The attack on the Peiwar Kotal by the 5th Gurkha Rifles, Afghanistan, December 1878, c.1890 (oil on canvas) by Hamilton, Vereker Monteith (1856-1931); 346.1x236.5 cm; National Army Museum

Giant standing Buddha, 5th-6th century (stone)
EAM156814 Giant standing Buddha, 5th-6th century (stone) by Afghan School; Valley of the Buddhas, Bamyan, Afghanistan; (add.info.: destroyed 2001 by the Taliban regime; ); Afghan, out of copyright

An Ambuscade, (1901). Creator: Unknown
An Ambuscade, (1901). Ambush during the Second Afghan War, Afghanistan, in 1878: local fighters lie in wait for British forces. After a painting made late 19th-early 20th century

A small village in Bamiyan province, Afghanistan, Asia

AFGHAN WAR (1839-1842). The British Army camp outside Kabul, Afghanistan. Contemporary English steel engraving

Uzbeks yurt near Maydana, Afghanistan, Asia

Young Afghan boys, Wakhan Corridor, Afghanistan, Asia

Shrine of the theologian Khwaja Abu Nasr Parsa, built in late Timurid style in the 15th century, the dome was damaged in an earthquake in the 1990s, and has since been repaired

Man feeding white doves in front of the shrine of Ali at Mazar-i-Sharif in Afghanistan, Asia

Devastation from civil war, Kabul, Afghanistan, Asia

Men on donkeys tending goats, between Herat and Maimana, after Bala Murghah, Afghanistan, Asia

Timurid decoration, main Iwan of the interior courtyard, Sufi shrine of Gazargah, Herat, Herat Province, Afghanistan, Asia

Events / Asia / Afghanistan
Tur Khum Gardens near Landikhana, showing the boundary line between Afghanistan and the North-West Frontier Province

1818, Pinkerton Map of Persia, Iran, Afghanistan, John Pinkerton, 1758 - 1826, Scottish antiquarian, cartographer, UK

The Afghan Boundary: Junction of the Murghab and Kushk Rivers, Ak-Tapa in the Distance, 1885

A Map of the Kingdom of Kabul (colour litho)
XCF275023 A Map of the Kingdom of Kabul (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

A Royal Air Force Merlin Helicopter Over Afghanistan
A Royal Air Force Merlin helicopter is pictured on operations over Afghanistan. The Merlin (Bird of prey) HC3 and HC3a are operated by No 28 (AC) Squadron and 78 Squadron at RAF Benson

In a lifetime
Trevor Cole

Afghani girl
Trevor Cole

Map showing the Timurid Empire (print)
7420052 Map showing the Timurid Empire (print); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024

The retreat from Maiwand (engraving)
8636189 The retreat from Maiwand (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The retreat from Maiwand)

King Milinda asks Questions, BC 140 (litho)
8661016 King Milinda asks Questions, BC 140 (litho) by Ruith, Horace van (1839-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Milinda asks Questions, Bc.140)

Sir John Tenniel cartoon: The Broken Covenant (engraving)
8657292 Sir John Tenniel cartoon: The Broken Covenant (engraving) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Broken Covenant)

Map of the Himalayan region (Bhutan, China, India, Nepal, Turkestan, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Burma or Myanmar), ca
NWI4865646 Map of the Himalayan region (Bhutan, China, India, Nepal, Turkestan, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Burma or Myanmar), ca. 1870

Second Afghan Anglo War (18778-1880): Punjab regiment (Panjab or Punjab) (Pakistan)
NWI4865784 Second Afghan Anglo War (18778-1880): Punjab regiment (Panjab or Punjab) (Pakistan) joins British troops during the war in Afghanistan, 1878 - Colorisee engraving

Asia: traditional costumes of the population of the Asian continent. Indian dancer and Afghan men (Afghanistan)
NWI4865034 Asia: traditional costumes of the population of the Asian continent. Indian dancer and Afghan men (Afghanistan) in the 19th century

Asia: traditional costumes of the population of the Asian continent. Afghan man (Afghanistan) in the 19th century
NWI4864991 Asia: traditional costumes of the population of the Asian continent. Afghan man (Afghanistan) in the 19th century

Portrait of Shah Shujah Durrani
3523142 Portrait of Shah Shujah Durrani; (add.info.: Portrait of Shah Shujah Durrani, ruler of the Durrani Empire. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG

Portrait of a Tajik, chief of the Pesh Boiak
3521216 Portrait of a Tajik, chief of the Pesh Boiak; (add.info.: Portrait of a Tajik, chief of the Pesh Boiak. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG

Soldier afghan d'Herat - Afghan soldier from Herat in turban, robes, skirts
FLO4723742 Soldier afghan d'Herat - Afghan soldier from Herat in turban, robes, skirts and carrying a musket - Handcoloured woodcut by Meganck after an illustration by S.B

Portrait of Abdur Rahman Khan (1840 or 1844-1901) nicknamed the Iron Emir, Emir of Kabul and Afghanistan
NWI4914730 Portrait of Abdur Rahman Khan (1840 or 1844-1901) nicknamed the Iron Emir, Emir of Kabul and Afghanistan. Lithography after a 19th century photograph.; (add.info)

Engraving depicting Tajiks, Persian-speaking villagers of Eastern Afghanistan
3521194 Engraving depicting Tajiks, Persian-speaking villagers of Eastern Afghanistan; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Tajiks, Persian-speaking villagers of Eastern Afghanistan)

Portrait of a Barakzai, a relative of the Amir
3521169 Portrait of a Barakzai, a relative of the Amir; (add.info.: Portrait of a Barakzai, a relative of the Amir. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG

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"Journey through Afghanistan: A Tapestry of History and Beauty" In the rugged terrain of Afghanistan, a US Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk Helicopter soars above, symbolizing resilience and determination. The Kings Own Scottish Borderers stand tall in Afghanistan, showcasing the international effort to bring stability and peace to this ancient land. At the Shrine of Hazrat Ali in Mazar-I-Sharif, spirituality intertwines with history as worshippers pay homage to their revered saint. Unveiling a glimpse into the past, a vintage map from the 1860s reveals the intricate borders and diverse regions that make up modern-day Afghanistan. An RAF Chinook Helicopter maneuvers its way towards a landing site - an emblematic image representing support and aid for Afghan communities. Peering through the Khyber Pass, one can catch sight of breathtaking vistas that stretch deep into Afghanistan's heartland – a testament to its natural beauty. Once standing proudly in Bamiyan Valley, a colossal Buddha statue now exists only in memories after being destroyed by Taliban forces; reminding us of cultural loss but also resilience against extremism. Amidst picturesque landscapes lies the Panjshir Valley – an oasis of tranquility amidst turbulent times – where hope blossoms against all odds. Witnessing power in motion, Apache helicopters unleash rockets upon enemy targets - exemplifying bravery displayed by coalition forces protecting Afghan citizens' freedom. High above Afghan skies soar U. S Air Force C-17 Globemasters carrying vital supplies; bridging nations together during challenging times. Intriguingly complex yet undeniably captivating, Afghanistan weaves together tales of struggle and triumph while preserving its rich heritage amidst adversity.