Afghans Collection

Afghan Hound Dog
JD-16761 DOG - three Afghan hounds, studio shot Also known as a Tazi John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Guns at Maiwand
BATTLE OF MAIWAND Saving the guns : though the British force was defeated by the Afghans, they were able to retreat to Kandahar in relatively good order

Afghan Hound Dog
JD-13751 Afghan Hound Dog John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

An Ambuscade, (1901). Creator: Unknown
An Ambuscade, (1901). Ambush during the Second Afghan War, Afghanistan, in 1878: local fighters lie in wait for British forces. After a painting made late 19th-early 20th century

Dog - Afghan Hound
LA-5512 Dog - Afghan Hound Also known as Tazi Jean-Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

First Anglo-Afghan War 1838-1842: Rescue of British prisoners from the Afghans after the defeat of Akbar Khan
530479 First Anglo-Afghan War 1838-1842: Rescue of British prisoners from the Afghans after the defeat of Akbar Khan, April 1842. General Robert Sale united with his wife and daughter

First Anglo-Afghan War 1838-1842: British troops from the besieged city of Jellalabad
530481 First Anglo-Afghan War 1838-1842: British troops from the besieged city of Jellalabad, under the leadership of Henry Havelock, attacking the camp of Akbar Khan

First Anglo-Afghan War 1838-1842: Rescue of British prisoners from the Afghans after the defeat of Akbar Khan
530480 First Anglo-Afghan War 1838-1842: Rescue of British prisoners from the Afghans after the defeat of Akbar Khan, April 1842. Wood engraving c. 1880; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Fighting at the Pul-i-Khishti Bridge between Russian and Afghan soldiers at the Battle of Kushka
3083182 Fighting at the Pul-i-Khishti Bridge between Russian and Afghan soldiers at the Battle of Kushka, Afghanistan during The Panjdeh incident or Panjdeh Scare

The Afghan War, 1879: The Death of Major Wigram Battye in the Battle of Futtehabad, April 2, (1901). British soldier Major Wigram Battye (1842-1879)

Charge of Cavalry to Cover the Retreat of the Guns... 11th December 1879, (1901)
Charge of Cavalry to Cover the Retreat of the Guns in the Action of 11th December 1879, (1901). British and Punjab cavalry attacked the Afghans in the Chardeh Valley, Afghanistan

The last eleven at Maiwand. Date: 27 July 1880

Afghan refugees in Iran
Saeed Kouhkan

The Affair on the Khushk River in the Vicinity of Penjdeh (engraving)
1045101 The Affair on the Khushk River in the Vicinity of Penjdeh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Afridis firing on British troops (engraving)
967205 Afridis firing on British troops (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afridis firing on British troops)

The Reverend Imam Shah preaching to Afghans at Peshawur (engraving)
1060008 The Reverend Imam Shah preaching to Afghans at Peshawur (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Reverend Imam Shah preaching to Afghans at Peshawur)

Group of Cabulese, Kabulese, Afghans, 1860 s

The Afghan War: negotiating peace with Yakoob Khan (Mohammad Yaqub Khan) at Hashim Kheyl in Afghanistan. Date: 1879

Afghan War: writing out the treaty of peace, 1879
The Afghan War: writing out the treaty of peace at Gundamuk, 1879

The Khan of Lalpura with some of his warriors (b / w photo)
PNP314565 The Khan of Lalpura with some of his warriors (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ayub Khan (1857-1914) seated in fur cap

44th Regiment at Gundamuck
In 1841 the 44th was in Kabul where uprising endangered the garrison. Constantly attacked, without shelter or food, the force waded in deep snow through narrow passes for four days trying to reach

Afghan national dance, frontispiece to Volume II of
TRV227707 Afghan national dance, frontispiece to Volume II of Journey to the North of India by Arthur Conolly, engraved by Thomas Landseer (1795-1880) published 1838 (engraving) (b/w photo)

At Bay, British soldiers during the Second Anglo-Afghan War
PNP314558 At Bay, British soldiers during the Second Anglo-Afghan War, 1880 (colour litho) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Afghan Traders, c. 1860s-70s (b / w photo)
498611 Afghan Traders, c.1860s-70s (b/w photo) by British Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afghan traders in India, probably Delhi.); British, out of copyright

Afghans at their Namaz (engraving)
1613926 Afghans at their Namaz (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afghans at their Namaz. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 20 March 1880)

Roberts in Afghanistan, his Advance up the Hazardarakht Defile to the Shutargardan (litho)
1593167 Roberts in Afghanistan, his Advance up the Hazardarakht Defile to the Shutargardan (litho) by Holland Tringham, Joseph (1861-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roberts in Afghanistan)

Afghaun Foot Soldiers in their Winter Dress, with Entrance to the Valley of Urgundeh
STC101853 Afghaun Foot Soldiers in their Winter Dress, with Entrance to the Valley of Urgundeh, plate 11 from Scenery, Inhabitants and Costumes of Afghanistan

I Swear You Are an Englishman : the authors disguise is exposed in Herat
TRV227729 I Swear You Are an Englishman : the authors disguise is exposed in Herat, from Travels in Central Asia...in...1863, 1864 by Arminius Vambery (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School

Group of Afghans (engraving)
967195 Group of Afghans (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Group of Afghans. Illustration for The World its Cities and Peoples by Edwin Hopper (Cassell)

Trying to save the Guns (engraving)
1045508 Trying to save the Guns (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trying to save the Guns)

The Afghan Frontier Difficulty, Pul-I-Khisti ("Bridge of Bricks")
1044968 The Afghan Frontier Difficulty, Pul-I-Khisti (" Bridge of Bricks" ) where General Komaroff attacked the Afghans (engraving) by English School

Afghans (chromolitho)
1093994 Afghans (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afghans. French educational card, late 19th or early 20th century.); © Look and Learn; French

92nd Highlanders and 2nd Gurkhas storming the Gaudi Mullah Sahibdad at Kandahar, Afghanistan, 1880 (colour litho)
5235829 92nd Highlanders and 2nd Gurkhas storming the Gaudi Mullah Sahibdad at Kandahar, Afghanistan, 1880 (colour litho) by Woodville

The Storming of Ghuznee, inside view of the Gateway in 1839
NAM195163 The Storming of Ghuznee, inside view of the Gateway in 1839, First Afghan War (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; eNational Army Museum; English

A group of five Afghans from various regions Date: late 19th century

Fall - Three Afghans - 1953
Three champion Afghans standing together. CLEOPATRA OF KHORRASAM MOONBEAM OF KHORRASAM PORTRAIT OF KHORRASAM. Owner:Snelling. Date: 1953

Fall - Two Afghans - 1934
Two Afghans, one is the Champion CHANKIDAR. Dogs lying down. Both owned by Carlton. Date: 1934

Seizure of Sir William Macnaghten by Akbar Khan, Afghanistan, 1841 (c1890). Creator: Unknown
Seizure of Sir William Macnaghten by Akbar Khan, Afghanistan, 1841 (c1890). From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol

Attack in the Kuram Valley, (1901). Creator: Richard Caton Woodville II
Attack in the Kuram Valley, (1901). Incident in the Kurram Valley, North-West Frontier Province, India, (now Pakistan). British soldier Sir Frederick

The Final Attack at the Spingawi Khotal, (1901). Creator: William Heysham Overend
The Final Attack at the Spingawi Khotal, (1901). At the Battle of Peiwar Kotal, November 1878, during the Second Afghan War

Charge of Punjab Cavalry in the Second Action Near Charasia, on 24th April 1880, (1901). Incident during the Second Afghan War: British and Indian troops fighting Afghan forces near Kabul

The Main Street in the Bazaar at Kabul in the Fruit Season, c1840, (1901). Creator
The Main Street in the Bazaar at Kabul in the Fruit Season, c1840, (1901). Market in the capital of Afghanistan. From " The Life and Deeds of Earl Roberts, Vol. I

The Attack on the Bala Hissar on the Night of 11th December 1879, (1901). Creator
The Attack on the Bala Hissar on the Night of 11th December 1879, (1901). British and Punjab cavalry attacked the Afghans in the Chardeh Valley, Afghanistan

The Action on the Heights Above Charasia, October 6, 1879, (1901). Creator: Unknown
The Action on the Heights Above Charasia, October 6, 1879, (1901). The Battle of Charasiab, near Kabul, Afghanistan, was fought between British

The Daring Attack on the Spingawi Khotal, December 2, 1878, (1901). Creator: Unknown
The Daring Attack on the Spingawi Khotal, December 2, 1878, (1901). The 5th Gurkhas storming the Spingawi. At the Battle of Peiwar Kotal during the Second Afghan War

Fort Jamrud, Peshawur, 1901. Creator: Bourne & Shepherd
Fort Jamrud, Peshawur, 1901. Fort at the entrance to the Khyber Pass, near Peshawar, Pakistan. From " The Life and Deeds of Earl Roberts, Vol. II. - To The Abdication of Yakub Khan", by J

General Roberts... Attacked by ghilzais in the Shutargardan Pass, September 27, 1879, (1901)
General Roberts and Staff Attacked by ghilzais in the Shutargardan Pass, September 27, 1879, (1901). Scene during the Second Afghan War: British forces under Sir Frederick

Caravan Passing Through the Khyber Pass, 1901. Creator: Bourne & Shepherd
Caravan Passing Through the Khyber Pass, 1901. Horsemen travelling between India (now Pakistan) and Afghanistan. From " The Life and Deeds of Earl Roberts, Vol. III

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Afghans, known for their majestic beauty and rich history, encompass a diverse range of subjects. From the regal Afghan Hound Dog to the tumultuous events that unfolded during the Afghan War, this captivating nation has left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. The Afghan Hound Dog, with its flowing mane and graceful stride, epitomizes elegance. Its origins can be traced back to Afghanistan where it was bred for hunting in rugged terrains. This breed's allure is undeniable as it captivates all who lay eyes upon its ethereal presence. However, they can not solely defined by their four-legged companions. The Guns at Maiwand stand as a testament to their resilience and bravery in times of conflict. In 1880, amidst the chaos of battle, eleven courageous soldiers fought valiantly until their last breaths - forever etching their names into history. An Ambuscade in 1901 serves as a haunting reminder of the dangers faced by those who ventured into hostile territories. Created by an unknown artist, this artwork captures both fear and determination in the eyes of those caught unaware by enemy forces. The Afghan War further underscores the turbulent past that has shaped this nation's identity. Major Wigram Battye's death during the Battle of Futtehabad symbolizes sacrifice and unwavering loyalty towards one's cause - even when faced with insurmountable odds. Guns at Waiwand (1880) showcases yet another chapter from Afghanistan's tumultuous history - highlighting how conflicts have ravaged these lands throughout centuries. It serves as a somber reminder that peace remains elusive but worth striving for nonetheless. In contrast to war-torn images lies Arrival of Dr. Brydon at Jellalabad after the Massacre of English Army in Khoord-Cabul Pass by Afghans (1842). This engraving depicts hope amidst despair; Dr. Brydon's survival against all odds symbolizes the resilience of the human spirit.