The Afghan War

The Afghan War

Charles Swynnerton

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2010
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120870384
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The Afghan War: Gough’s Action at Futtehabad (1880) is a historical book written by Charles Swynnerton. The book is a detailed account of the events that took place during the Afghan War of 1878-1880, specifically the Battle of Futtehabad in 1880. The author provides a comprehensive description of the war, its causes, and the political and military strategies adopted by the British forces. The book focuses on the actions of General Sir Charles Gough, who led the British forces during the Battle of Futtehabad. The battle was a crucial turning point in the war, and the author provides a detailed account of the tactics and strategies used by Gough and his troops. The book also sheds light on the role of the Afghan tribes and their leaders in the war, and the author provides a comprehensive analysis of their motivations and actions. The book is based on primary sources, including official documents, journals, and letters, and presents a balanced and nuanced perspective on the war.Overall, The Afghan War: Gough’s Action at Futtehabad (1880) is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Afghan War, military strategy, and colonialism. The book is well-written, informative, and engaging, and provides a comprehensive understanding of the events that shaped the war and its aftermath.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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