"The Personal Diary of Henry Francis Brooke, Ex-Brigadier General, Commanding 2nd Brigade of Infantry, Police Field Force at Kandahar, Southern Afghanistan, from April 22nd to August 16th, 1880," is a unique document revealing the events of an important period in Afghan history. In his diary, Henry Francis Brooke shared his thoughts, observations and impressions of the action that was happening around him during his years of service in Afghanistan. His records paint a picture of military operations, but also reveal the human side of war - fears, hopes, joys and tragedies. This book allows the reader to get a unique perspective on historical events and feel the atmosphere of wartime first hand.