The British War in Afghanistan

The narrative delves into the British Army's significant defeat in Afghanistan during January 1842, highlighting the harrowing experiences faced by soldiers and civilians. It features extracts from the official government account detailing events from October 1841 to January 1842, alongside personal diaries of Lieutenant Vincent Eyre and Lady Florentia Sale. Their accounts provide a vivid portrayal of the turmoil and fear they endured over eight months before their eventual release in September 1842, offering a unique perspective on this historical episode.