Independence of Afghanistan
Founder & 1st leader of Afghanistan when it becomes an independent Emirate
Role range: 1747-1772
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Durrani Biography and Timeline
Follow Durrani through 5 dated historical records for Afghanistan.
Durrani, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
5Distinct records
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1745–1761Years on this page
1745
1747
Succession
Succeeds as Shah of Afghanistan, elected Shah
Role range: 1747-1772
1751
Capture of Punjab
Captures the Punjab
Role range: 1747-1772
1761
Battle of Panipat
Defeats the Maratha peoples Confederacy at Panipat
Role range: 1747-1772
Capture of Punjab
Defeats the Maratha peoples Confederacy at Panipat
Role range: 1747-1772
Records, sources and methodology
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