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1881 in Afghanistan

Explore 2 historical events and records for Afghanistan in 1881.

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Historical records for Afghanistan in 1881

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April

April 1881

Capture of Kandahar

Rahman Khan, Abdur · Kandahar · Amir of Afghanistan · Government / Government of Afghanistan

Abdur Rahman takes control of Kandahar and strengthens his claim to national rule.

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1881

Ayub Khan Seeks Herat Control

Khan, Ayub · Herat · Afghan leader · Warfare /

Ayub Khan's struggle for control of Herat continues amid the consolidation of Abdur Rahman Khan's rule.

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