Afghanistan: The Great Game - A Personal View by Rory Stewart

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Rory Stewart tells the story of foreign intervention in Afghanistan from the 19th century to the present day.

Seasons

2 Episodes • Premiered 2012

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1. Episode 1

An account of Britain's interventions in Afghanistan in the 19th century. They arose from the fear that Russia was considering invading the country as a prelude to attacking India.

Still image for Afghanistan: The Great Game - A Personal View by Rory Stewart season 1 episode 2: Episode 2

2. Episode 2

Soldiers and generals from both sides tell how the Soviets were sucked into invading Afghanistan and the parallels that conflict shares with the current American-led intervention.

Cast

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Rory Stewart

Self - Presenter

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