2nd Afghan War [I Love History]
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The 72nd Highlanders at the battle of Peiwar Kotal, 1878? or maybe 1879. A Victorian artist's impression. That was General 'Bobs' Roberts fist major victory. He was one of the many, many Irishmen who made his home and name in the British army - and was one of Kipling's favourites.
The 72nd Highlanders at the battle of Peiwar Kotal, 1878? or maybe 1879. A Victorian artist's impression. That was General 'Bobs' Roberts fist major victory. He was one of the many, many Irishmen who made his home and name in the British army - and was one of Kipling's favourites.