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87. Afghanistan - Part 1

The Rest Is History

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This chapter explores Afghanistan's historical context, emphasizing its interactions with imperial powers, particularly the British. It introduces the idea of Afghanistan as both a 'graveyard of empires' and a 'womb of empires', setting the stage for a discussion on the first Afghan war and its relevance to contemporary issues in the region.

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