How the Mountains of Afghanistan Defeated the World's Mightiest Armies - History Collection

How the Mountains of Afghanistan Defeated the World's Mightiest Armies - History Collection

Afghanistan, renowned as the “graveyard of empires,” owes much of its resilience to its rugged and imposing mountainous terrain. Dominated by the towering peaks of the Hindu Kush, which stretch across the country’s heart, Afghanistan’s geography has long served as a natural fortress against foreign invaders. Narrow mountain passes, deep valleys, and harsh conditions create ...