Third Anglo-Afghan War

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The 1919 conflict for Afghan independence against the British Empire.

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Origins & Early Life

The Third Anglo-Afghan War, also known as the Third Afghan War, the British-Afghan War of 1919, and in Afghanistan as the War of Liberation, was a short war which began on 3 May and ended on 8 August 1919. The new Emir of the Emirate of Afghanistan Amanullah Khan declared the holy war of Jihad against the British in the hope to proclaim full independence, as well as to strengthen his own legitimacy. Amanullah's forces invaded British India on three fronts taking advantage of the unrest in India, in an effort to seize the old Afghan provinces west of the Indus River.

Career & Major Achievements

Initial victories saw the Afghans invade across the border, defeating the British and occupying Bagh. The British retaliated, leading a counterattack that routed the Afghans. Conflict continued in Kurram, which saw the British overwhelmed.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

Taking their own initiative, the British seized Spin Boldak in the south, while an Afghan offensive in Thal was contained, with the British occupying Dacca in turn by the end of May. The Royal Air Force were also used in bombing and strafing attacks on the frontier tribes as well as targets within Afghanistan, including Kabul and Jalalabad.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1919: 1919 Milestone — The Third Anglo-Afghan War, also known as the Third Afghan War, the British-Afghan War of 1919, and in Afghanistan as the War of Liberation, was a short war which began on 3 May and ended on 8 August 1919.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Third Anglo-Afghan War

True or False: “True or False: The primary goal of the Third Anglo-Afghan War was to establish permanent British military control over the entire Emirate of Afghanistan.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): The primary goal of the Afghan leadership was to achieve full national independence and sovereignty, not to facilitate permanent foreign military control.

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