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Afghan War - The Fort at Jellalabad
A view of the fort at Jellalabad (now Jalalabad), occupied by the British, seen from Pipers Hill. Date: 1878
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1878 Afghan Fort Jellalabad Occupied Piper Pipers Wars Jalalabad
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This evocative image captures the fort at Jellalabad, now known as Jalalabad, during the Second Anglo-Afghan War in 1878. The British Army, under the command of General Frederick Roberts, had occupied the strategic fortress to secure control over the eastern approaches to India. The view is taken from Pipers Hill, a vantage point that offers a panoramic perspective of the fort and its surroundings. The fort at Jellalabad had been a key objective for the British since the First Anglo-Afghan War in 1839, when they had initially attempted to establish a presence in Afghanistan. However, the subsequent withdrawal of British forces in 1842, following the massacre of the retreating British army at Gandamak, left a deep scar on the collective memory of the British Empire. The Second Anglo-Afghan War was initiated in response to the perceived threat posed by the Russian Empire's expansionist policies in Central Asia. The fort at Jellalabad was a symbol of British resilience and determination in the face of adversity. The rugged terrain and harsh climate presented significant challenges to the British forces, who had to contend with scorching heat during the summer months and freezing temperatures during the winter. Despite these challenges, the British were able to hold the fort against the Afghan forces, who were led by their Emir, Yakub Khan. The Second Anglo-Afghan War ended with the signing of the Treaty of Gandamak in May 1879, which granted the British significant concessions, including the establishment of diplomatic relations and the right to maintain a small garrison in Kabul. The fort at Jellalabad remained an important British military outpost until the withdrawal of British forces from Afghanistan in 1919. This photograph offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in the history of the British Empire in India and the broader geopolitical landscape of Central Asia.
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