The Khyber Rifles: From the British Raj to Al Qaeda

Stewart, Jules

ISBN 10: 0750939648 / ISBN 13: 9780750939645

Published by The History Press, 2006

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Khyber Rifles: From the British Raj to Al Qaeda
• Publisher: The History Press
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0750939648
• ISBN 13: 9780750939645
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 230 grams

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Synopsis

Khyber Rifles is a familiar name to readers, mostly through the corps' association with the Khyber Pass. But in its 125 year history nothing has been written about these men who played a key role in Britain's struggle to dominate the North-West Frontier. This subject has sparked much literary interest since the events of September 11th, but this book fills a gap in North-West Frontier literature and its relevance lies in the fact that the Khyber Rifles still stand guard over one of the world's most volatile borders.

About the Author

JULES STEWART is a freelance journalist, formerly with Reuters. Accompanied by an escort of khassadar militiamen, he has travelled up the Khyber Pass three times in the past two years, researching this book.