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Ayub Afridi...The Pathan Warrior..5/60

Pathans the modern day Warriors. Some info:

 

- They live in the north-west part of Pakistan and Afghanistan border. In the intense weather and terrain of the Himalayas and Hindukush mountains.

- The've been fighting wars for generations.During the colonial times Bristish never enetered their areas and had a deal with them.

- After the Pakistan got its independance, there areas announced alliance to Pakistan, but governmnt did not enter their areas. Not even army. They control the Pakistan-Afghan border themselves.

- The most recent wars they fought was the cold war against Russia and now the Taliban/ US.

- The average age at which they learn how to use gun is when they're 7years old.

- Pathans always carry a gun with them. Its a custom in their area.

 

They're the hardworking, tough people, proud of their culture and are known for their honesty.

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Some famous modern day pathans are:

1. Imran Khan the famous Cricketer.

2. Dr. Abdul Qadeer the nuclear scientist.

3. The famous Indian actors Shahrukh Khan, Salmna Khan and Amir Khan.

and Hamza Khan(me) the famous photographer:D..kidding..m just fascinated by my roots.

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Uploaded on January 5, 2011
Taken on January 4, 2011