Afghanistan Collection (#9)

The Bala Hissar, at Present Besieged by the Afghan Insurgents
1054147 The Bala Hissar, at Present Besieged by the Afghan Insurgents, and City of Cabul, from the Upper Part of the Citadel (engraving) by English School

The Ameer signing the Treaty of Peace at Gandamak, 26 May 1879 (engraving)
1054146 The Ameer signing the Treaty of Peace at Gandamak, 26 May 1879 (engraving) by English School

The Late Sir Pierre Louis Cavagnari, CSI, KCB, VC (engraving)
1054143 The Late Sir Pierre Louis Cavagnari, CSI, KCB, VC (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late Sir Pierre Louis Cavagnari, CSI, KCB, VC)

The End of the Afghan War, Major Cavagnari sealing the Treaty of Peace (engraving)
1054030 The End of the Afghan War, Major Cavagnari sealing the Treaty of Peace (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The End of the Afghan War)

The Impending Afghan War (engraving)
1059973 The Impending Afghan War (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Impending Afghan War)

The Afghan Campaign, practising Revolver Shooting at the "Ameer"(engraving)
1059944 The Afghan Campaign, practising Revolver Shooting at the " Ameer" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan Campaign)

Afghanistan, Major Cavagnari, the Member of the British Mission who was refused Admission to the Khyber Pass
1059933 Afghanistan, Major Cavagnari, the Member of the British Mission who was refused Admission to the Khyber Pass, and Afridi and other Pathan Mullicks (engraving) by English School

Afghanistan, Sirdar Bahadur Nawab Gholam Hussein Khan
1059929 Afghanistan, Sirdar Bahadur Nawab Gholam Hussein Khan, CSI, " Alizae" Curetons Mooltanee Cavalry (15th BC), the British Envoy to Shere Ali

Afghanistan Illustrated, Interior of the Palace of Shah Shujah-Ool-Moolk at Cabul (engraving)
1059905 Afghanistan Illustrated, Interior of the Palace of Shah Shujah-Ool-Moolk at Cabul (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afghanistan Illustrated)

Afghanistan Illustrated, Cabul from the Be-Maroo Hill with the British Cantonments
1059903 Afghanistan Illustrated, Cabul from the Be-Maroo Hill with the British Cantonments, 1839-40 (engraving) by English School

Afghanistan (engraving)
1059901 Afghanistan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afghanistan)

The Anglo-Indian Mission to Afghanistan (engraving)
1059853 The Anglo-Indian Mission to Afghanistan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Anglo-Indian Mission to Afghanistan)

The End of the Afghan War, Arrival of Yakoob Khan at the British Encampment
1059040 The End of the Afghan War, Arrival of Yakoob Khan at the British Encampment, Gandamak, 8 May (engraving) by Dollman

The Afghan War, with General Roberts (engraving)
1058820 The Afghan War, with General Roberts (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War, with General Roberts)

The Afghan War, Buddhist Cave Convents at Hadah
1058814 The Afghan War, Buddhist Cave Convents at Hadah, and a Buddhist Tope, near Jellalabad (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War)

The Afghan War, the Submission of Wali Mahomed
1058810 The Afghan War, the Submission of Wali Mahomed, the Late Ameers Brother, " On the Road to Jumrood" (engraving) by Dollman

Falconry in Afghanistan (litho)
1039212 Falconry in Afghanistan (litho) by Charlton, John (1849-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Falconry in Afghanistan)

Battle of Fatehabad, 1879 (gravure)
959899 Battle of Fatehabad, 1879 (gravure) by Dupray, Henri-Louis (1841-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Fatehabad, Afghanistan, 1879)

Rescue of the British prisoners from Akbar Khan AD 1842 (litho)
956186 Rescue of the British prisoners from Akbar Khan AD 1842 (litho) by Paget, S

Arrival of Brydon at JelalabAD AD 1842 (litho)
956185 Arrival of Brydon at JelalabAD AD 1842 (litho) by Wollen

Lieutenat Maclaine bringing up the guns at Maiwand, 17th July 1880
3082857 Lieutenat Maclaine bringing up the guns at Maiwand, 17th July 1880, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, 1915 (litho) by Wood, Stanley L

An Afghan Chief and Followers (engraving)
1099847 An Afghan Chief and Followers (engraving) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Afghan Chief and Followers)

The Dak in Afghanistan (engraving)
1099795 The Dak in Afghanistan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dak in Afghanistan)

Daoud Shah, Commander in Chief of the Afghan Army (engraving)
1099759 Daoud Shah, Commander in Chief of the Afghan Army (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Daoud Shah, Commander in Chief of the Afghan Army)

The City of Cabul, from the Hill above the British Camp, 8 October (engraving)
1099990 The City of Cabul, from the Hill above the British Camp, 8 October (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The City of Cabul)

An Afghan Village Scene (engraving)
1099950 An Afghan Village Scene (engraving) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Afghan Village Scene)

The Occupation of Cabul (engraving)
1099940 The Occupation of Cabul (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Occupation of Cabul)

General Sir F Roberts reading a Proclamation to the City of Cabul (engraving)
1099896 General Sir F Roberts reading a Proclamation to the City of Cabul (engraving) by English School

An Afghan Mill at Gundamuck (engraving)
1099848 An Afghan Mill at Gundamuck (engraving) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Afghan Mill at Gundamuck)

The Advance on Cabul, General Sir F Robertss Force advancing up the Hazardarakht Defile to the Shutargardan (engraving)
1099819 The Advance on Cabul, General Sir F Robertss Force advancing up the Hazardarakht Defile to the Shutargardan (engraving) by English School

The Afghan War, Sketches at a Review at Gundamuck (engraving)
1099779 The Afghan War, Sketches at a Review at Gundamuck (engraving) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War, Sketches at a Review at Gundamuck)

Sketches in Afghanistan (engraving)
1099712 Sketches in Afghanistan (engraving) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in Afghanistan)

The Balla Hissar and City of Caubul, from the Upper Part of the Citadel
STC135171 The Balla Hissar and City of Caubul, from the Upper Part of the Citadel, from Sketches in Afghaunistan

The Entrance into Caubul from Killa-Kazee, from Sketches in Afghaunistan
STC135169 The Entrance into Caubul from Killa-Kazee, from Sketches in Afghaunistan, engraved by Charles Haghe (1810-88) and Louis Haghe (1806-85) published by Henry Graves

The City of Candahar, from Sketches in Afghaunistan
STC135165 The City of Candahar, from Sketches in Afghaunistan, engraved by Charles Haghe (1810-88) and Louis Haghe (1806-85) published by Henry Graves, 1842 (colour litho) by Atkinson

The British Army before Cabul (engraving)
5220663 The British Army before Cabul (engraving) by Brandard, Edward Paxman (1819-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: The British Army before Cabul)

A prince enthroned surrounded by attendants, 1425-30 (opaque watercolor
5932708 A prince enthroned surrounded by attendants, 1425-30 (opaque watercolor, ink and gold on paper) by Afghan School, (15th century); 21.7 x 12.9 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Cabul, from the Bala Nissar (engraving)
5238489 Cabul, from the Bala Nissar (engraving) by Ramage, J (fl.1860); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cabul, from the Bala Nissar.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection; British, out of copyright

Shallow bowl, 4th-5th century (silver & gilt)
5907011 Shallow bowl

The War in Afghanistan, an Afghan Sungha, or Rifle Pit (engraving)
1613817 The War in Afghanistan, an Afghan Sungha, or Rifle Pit (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Afghanistan, an Afghan Sungha, or Rifle Pit)

The Waziri Expedition (litho)
1601297 The Waziri Expedition (litho) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Waziri Expedition)

Osman Khan, Wuzeer to Shah Soojah (engraving)
1619519 Osman Khan, Wuzeer to Shah Soojah (engraving) by Carpenter, William J. (b.1861); Private Collection; (add.info.: Osman Khan, Wuzeer to Shah Soojah)

Afghan Bear (engraving)
1616928 Afghan Bear (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afghan Bear. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 25 March 1843)

The Bolan Pass Road, Transport Carts carrying Stores to Quetta (engraving)
1614224 The Bolan Pass Road, Transport Carts carrying Stores to Quetta (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bolan Pass Road)

Plate-Laying on the Bolan Pass Railway (engraving)
1614191 Plate-Laying on the Bolan Pass Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plate-Laying on the Bolan Pass Railway)

The Afghan War, Attack on the Bala Hissar
1614082 The Afghan War, Attack on the Bala Hissar, Cabul, on the Night of 11 December 1879 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War)

Our Troops in Afghanistan, a Sowar of the 10th Bengal Lancers
1614035 Our Troops in Afghanistan, a Sowar of the 10th Bengal Lancers, and a Private of the 9th Foot (engraving) by English School

Bird s-Eye View of Defences of the Sherpore Cantonment
1613890 Bird s-Eye View of Defences of the Sherpore Cantonment, showing Positions of the Troops in Garrison (engraving) by English School

The Afghan War, the Chunari Pass through the Khoord Cabul Range (engraving)
1613837 The Afghan War, the Chunari Pass through the Khoord Cabul Range (engraving) by Read, Samuel (1816-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War)

The Afghan War, the 10th Bengal Lancers in the Jugdulluk Pass (engraving)
1613834 The Afghan War, the 10th Bengal Lancers in the Jugdulluk Pass (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War)

Caves under the Pheel Khana Tope, Valley of Jellalabad (engraving)
1614256 Caves under the Pheel Khana Tope, Valley of Jellalabad (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caves under the Pheel Khana Tope, Valley of Jellalabad)

The Afghan War, a Sketch in General Sir F Robertss Head-Quarters
1613906 The Afghan War, a Sketch in General Sir F Robertss Head-Quarters, Sherpore Cantonments (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War)

The Countries between British India and Russian Asia (engraving)
1621572 The Countries between British India and Russian Asia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Countries between British India and Russian Asia)

The Bala Hissar and City of Cabul, from the Upper Part of the Citadel (engraving)
1621571 The Bala Hissar and City of Cabul, from the Upper Part of the Citadel (engraving) by Wilson

Fort of Ali Musjid, Khyber Pass
1621559 Fort of Ali Musjid, Khyber Pass, where the British Mission to Cabul was turned back (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fort of Ali Musjid)

"The Roof of the World, "in Central Asia (engraving)
1591961 " The Roof of the World, " in Central Asia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The Roof of the World, " in Central Asia)

Anglo-Indian Force attacked on the Afghan Frontier (litho)
1597568 Anglo-Indian Force attacked on the Afghan Frontier (litho) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anglo-Indian Force attacked on the Afghan Frontier)

The Afghan Boundary Commission (engraving)
1590999 The Afghan Boundary Commission (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan Boundary Commission)

Past Days on the Persian Border, a Turkoman Raid, the Tower of Refuge (engraving)
1591202 Past Days on the Persian Border, a Turkoman Raid, the Tower of Refuge (engraving) by Simpson

The Afghan Boundary Dispute, Russian Troops at Baku on their Way to Central Asia (engraving)
1591197 The Afghan Boundary Dispute, Russian Troops at Baku on their Way to Central Asia (engraving) by Overend

The Afghan Boundary Dispute (engraving)
1591086 The Afghan Boundary Dispute (engraving) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan Boundary Dispute)

Herat, the Capital of Western Afghanistan (engraving)
1591011 Herat, the Capital of Western Afghanistan (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Herat, the Capital of Western Afghanistan)

First Anglo-Afghan War (engraving)
1587161 First Anglo-Afghan War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: First Anglo-Afghan War. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 26 November 1842)

The Affghan War (engraving)
1586811 The Affghan War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Affghan War. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 June 1842)

Our Illustrations of the Affghan War (engraving)
1586810 Our Illustrations of the Affghan War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Illustrations of the Affghan War)

Eldred Pottinger at Herat, 1838 (engraving)
3744559 Eldred Pottinger at Herat, 1838 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eldred Pottinger (1811-43) was an Anglo-Indian army officer and diplomat

The Punitive Operations against the Mahsud Waziris
1629341 The Punitive Operations against the Mahsud Waziris, the 2nd Gurkhas attacking the Tower of Waladin in Waziristan on 2 January 1902 (litho) by Loye

The Russian Annexation of Sarakhs (engraving)
1622562 The Russian Annexation of Sarakhs (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Russian Annexation of Sarakhs)

The Afghan Boundary Commission
1623485 The Afghan Boundary Commission, the Russian and British Commissioners at Zulfikar, 21 November, fixing the Site of the First Boundary Post (engraving) by Woodville

The Afghan War, Cavalry crossing a Ford (engraving)
1059029 The Afghan War, Cavalry crossing a Ford (engraving) by Charlton, John (1849-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War, Cavalry crossing a Ford)

The Surkh Khotal, "Red Hill, "near Gandamak (engraving)
1058919 The Surkh Khotal, " Red Hill, " near Gandamak (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Surkh Khotal, " Red Hill, " near Gandamak)

The Afghan War, the Khyber Pass from the Summit of Ali Musjid (engraving)
1058912 The Afghan War, the Khyber Pass from the Summit of Ali Musjid (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War)

Afghanistan and its Surroundings
1059908 Afghanistan and its Surroundings, showing the Frontiers of Russia and British India (engraving) by English School

Afghanistan Illustrated (engraving)
1059907 Afghanistan Illustrated (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afghanistan Illustrated)

Afghanistan Illustrated (engraving)
1059906 Afghanistan Illustrated (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afghanistan Illustrated)

Afghanistan, a Camel Ambulance at Kurrum (engraving)
1060251 Afghanistan, a Camel Ambulance at Kurrum (engraving) by Dollman, John Charles (1851-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afghanistan, a Camel Ambulance at Kurrum)

Afghanistan, British Officers killed during the Campaign (engraving)
1060247 Afghanistan, British Officers killed during the Campaign (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afghanistan)

A Sack Tournament in the First Brigade Sports held at Ali Musjid
1063660 A Sack Tournament in the First Brigade Sports held at Ali Musjid, Gurkhas versus Sikhs and Punjabi Mahomedans (engraving) by English School

Herati Horsemen playing the "Baz Gadeh Bazi"or Goat-neck Game (engraving)
1062988 Herati Horsemen playing the " Baz Gadeh Bazi" or Goat-neck Game (engraving) by English School

The Work of the Indo-Afghan Boundary Commission (litho)
1056753 The Work of the Indo-Afghan Boundary Commission (litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Work of the Indo-Afghan Boundary Commission)

Nasrullah Khan at Home (engraving)
1056348 Nasrullah Khan at Home (engraving) by Small, William (1843-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nasrullah Khan at Home)

Sir Mortimer Durand (engraving)
1063020 Sir Mortimer Durand (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Mortimer Durand, British Envoy to Cabul)

The War in Afghanistan, Interior of the Citadel, Candahar (engraving)
1106824 The War in Afghanistan, Interior of the Citadel, Candahar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Afghanistan, Interior of the Citadel)

The War in Afghanistan, Valley of the Helmund
1106818 The War in Afghanistan, Valley of the Helmund, from Three Miles South of the Abbaza Position, looking down the Valley (engraving) by English School

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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.