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The Sole Survivor of the Retreat from Kabul

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The Sole Survivor: The Retreat from Kabul and Its Aftermath

This chapter narrates the dramatic retreat of British forces from Kabul, focusing on William Brydon, who emerges as a symbol of survival with his poignant proclamation, 'I am the army.' It also highlights the broader British response to the retreat, setting the stage for a retaliatory expedition that would ultimately change the course of the conflict.

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