A Military History Of Afghanistan: From The Gre... -

: A British attempt to install a pro-British ruler led to a disastrous retreat from Kabul, solidifying Afghanistan's reputation as a "graveyard of empires".

The "Great Game" was a period of intense geopolitical rivalry between the and the Russian Empire for influence in Central Asia.

: Afghanistan became a vital buffer state to protect British India from Russian expansion.

: Sparked by British concerns over Russian influence, this conflict saw major engagements like the Battle of Maiwand . It ended with Britain controlling Afghanistan's foreign policy while the "Iron Amir," Abdur Rahman Khan , centralized internal power. Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

A Military History of Afghanistan: From the Great Game to the Global War on Terror

This guide outlines the key phases of Afghanistan's military history, centered on the themes and structure found in definitive work, A Military History of Afghanistan: From the Great Game to the Global War on Terror . 1. The Great Game (19th Century)