Fortress and citadel of Ghanzi, First Anglo-Afghan War, 1838-1842 (c1850).. Artist: James Atkinson

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Fortress and citadel of Ghanzi, First Anglo-Afghan War, 1838-1842 (c1850). The fortress changed hands a number of times during the hostilities. The British fought the Anglo-Afghan Wars in an attempt to block the expansion of Russia's sphere of influence towards India. From Afghanistan by James Atkinson. (London, c1850).

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Size: 3859px × 2585px
Location: World,Asia,Afghanistan
Photo credit: © Ann Ronan Picture Library/Heritage-Images / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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