Guides of Bala Hissar: Queen Victoria’s Frontier Force In The Second Afghan War

Update: 2023-10-30

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Alex tells the story of the Siege of Bala Hissar, and the fort’s defenders – who were faithful even unto death.

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Guides of Bala Hissar: Queen Victoria’s Frontier Force In The Second Afghan War

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Guides of Bala Hissar: Queen Victoria’s Frontier Force In The Second Afghan War