Amanullah Khan
Sovereign of the Kingdom of Afghanistan
Born
Died
1960
65 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Afghanistan
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Ruled the Kingdom of Afghanistan from 1919 to 1929. Implemented modernizations and reforms aiming to transform the country into a sovereign state. Led Afghanistan during the Third Anglo-Afghan War, successfully negotiating autonomy from British influence. Promoted education and women's rights, initiating changes in social customs and law.
Led Afghanistan during the Third Anglo-Afghan War
Promoted modernization and reforms in Afghanistan
Negotiated the Treaty of Rawalpindi with Britain
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