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Boundaries of Afghanistan

Daniel Balland · 2000 · Encyclopaedia Iranica

This article examines the historical formation and delineation of Afghanistan's current borders during the late 19th century. It details the influence of the 'Great Game' between Britain and Russia, the role of colonial protectorates, and the specific diplomatic negotiations that established the nation's frontiers.

History · 22 p.

Source: www.iranicaonline.org · 2026-11-01

Daniel Balland, Boundaries of Afghanistan (2000). https://www.iranicaonline.org/articles/boundaries-iii/?generate_pdf=1 (retrieved 2026-11-01).

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