Wana Fort, occupied by British troops, 22-12-1920.
photograph, photograph
Accession Number
NAM.2022-06-1-1-1
Description
Photograph mounted on card of British troops at Wana Fort, Waziristan, 22 December 1920. Probably taken by R B Holmes. The cantonment on Wana Plain was the headquarters for the regular British and Indian forces in South Waziristan, as well as the base for the South Waziristan Militia. It is Indian soldiers that can be seen by small tents in the foreground, whilst low buildings and further tents are behind them. Associated with the 3rd Afghan War (1919).
Campaigns
3rd Afghan War (1919)
