Gateway, Bala Hissar, Kabul, 1880

Photograph, 2nd Afghan War (1878-1880), 1880.

The ancient Bala Hissar fortress was located south of the city overlooking the houses and bazaars from a commanding height. In 1879 when Major-General Frederick Robert's Kabul Field Force re-occupied the city, the fort was partially destroyed in retaliation for the killing of the British Resident Sir Louis Cavagnari and his diplomatic mission by the Afghans.

From album of 46 photographs associated with Sir F S Roberts, Commissariat Department.