Amanullah Khan

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Amanullah Khan born?June 1, 1892
2. Where was Amanullah Khan born?Paghman, Afghanistan
3. What is Amanullah Khan known for?Negotiated Afghanistan's full independence from British influence following the Third Anglo-Afghan War
4. When did Amanullah Khan die?April 26, 1960
5. What is the reign as emir?1919-1926
6. What is the reign as king?1926-1929

Sovereignty: Supreme power or authority; the ability of a state to govern itself.
Secularization: The process of separating state affairs from religious institutions and influence.
Nationalism: A strong feeling of pride in and devotion to one's country.
Abdication: The formal renunciation of a throne or high office.