Zaman Shah Durrani

Zaman Shah Durrani was a prominent ruler of the Durrani Empire in present-day Afghanistan during the late 18th century. Born in 1793, he was the grandson of Ahmad Shah Durrani, the empire's founder. Zaman Shah sought to stabilize and expand his territory but faced challenges from internal conflicts and external pressures. His reign saw significant cultural and economic development. However, he was eventually overthrown in a coup in 1796. Despite his short reign, Zaman Shah played a vital role in shaping Afghanistan’s history and its identity as a nation, influencing future leaders and the region’s political landscape.