Accession
Mahmud Shah takes the throne after overthrowing Zaman Shah.
Role range: 1801-1803
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Mahmud Shah Durrani Biography and Timeline
Follow Mahmud Shah Durrani through 3 dated historical records for Afghanistan.
Mahmud Shah Durrani, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
3Distinct records
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1801–1818Years on this page
1801
1809
Restoration
Mahmud Shah regains the throne after Shah Shuja is driven from power.
Role range: 1809-1818
1818
Fall of Durrani Government
The execution of chief minister Fateh Khan triggers a Barakzai revolt and the collapse of Mahmud Shah's authority.
Role range: 1809-1818
Records, sources and methodology
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