Battle of Afghanistan (1878-1880)

The Battles of Afghanistan (1878-1880) refer to the conflict between the British Empire and Afghan tribes during the Second Anglo-Afghan War. Britain aimed to control Afghanistan to protect its Indian colony, but faced fierce resistance from local fighters. The war involved military campaigns, sieges, and guerrilla tactics, ultimately leading to a British-placed ruler, Abdur Rahman Khan, who kept Afghanistan semi-independent. The conflict highlighted the difficulties of imposing control in mountainous terrain and underscored the resistance of Afghan tribes to foreign influence, shaping Afghanistan’s future political landscape.