Capture of Herat
Dost Mohammad captures Herat and reunifies most of Afghanistan under his government.
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1863 in Afghanistan
Explore 6 historical events and records for Afghanistan in 1863.
Historical records for Afghanistan in 1863
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Death of Dost Mohammad Khan
Dost Mohammad dies shortly after securing Herat.
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Dost Mohammad Captures Herat
The Afghan emir captures Herat in 1863, bringing the city under his rule shortly before his death.
Dost Mohammad Dies Near Herat
Dost Mohammad Khan dies soon after the capture of Herat, leaving succession disputes to his heirs.
Succession
Sher Ali Khan succeeds his father but faces immediate challenges from his brothers.
Succession
Succeeds as Amir of Afghanistan
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