Episode 2 of 3

Durbar Recognition

Name: Durbar Recognition
Start: 1880-07-22
Location: Kabul

When: 22 July 1880
Where: Kabul
Part of: Abdur Rahman Khan becomes Emir of Afghanistan

Abdur Rahman Khan was officially recognized as Amir at a durbar in Kabul on 22 July 1880, receiving British support.

At the durbar on 22 July 1880, Abdur Rahman was officially recognized as Amir. He was granted assistance in arms and money, and promised further aid against foreign aggression, provided he aligned his foreign policy with the British.

Sources

Abdur Rahman Khan Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-02

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