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1946 in Afghanistan

Explore 3 historical events and records for Afghanistan in 1946.

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Historical records for Afghanistan in 1946

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May

9 May 1946

Prime Minister of Afghanistan

Khan, Shah Mahmud · Kabul · Prime Minister of Afghanistan · Government / Government of Afghanistan

Shah Mahmud Khan replaces Mohammad Hashim Khan as prime minister.

November

19 November 1946

United Nations Membership

Shah, Mohammad Zahir · New York · Government / Government of Afghanistan

Afghanistan is admitted to the United Nations.

Other events (month unknown)

1946

Minister of Defence

Khan, Mohammad Daoud · Kabul · Minister of Defence · Government / Government of Afghanistan

Mohammad Daoud Khan is appointed Minister of Defence in the royal government.

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