The Role Of Ataturk Revoluation In Time Of Nadir Shah In Afghanistan’s Modernization Effort

Being the leader of Turkish National Struggle and founder of Turkish Republic, Atatürk proved such an eminent leader that many other countries, nations and leaders took him as a source of inspiration, a good model in other words. He showed himself as a leading person in Turkish Nationalist Movement, which started rising after the 19th century, followed changes and development experienced in the world closely and most importantly was a very well-educated person. He always adopted a stable and self-consistent policy while implementing his revolutions with the public’s support. Nadir Shah, the third leader throning to Afghanistan during Atatürk era, was a soldier like Atatürk. Being aware of importance both Turkey and Atatürk posed for his country, Afghanistan, Nadir Shah like Emanullah realized crucial role of maintaining friendly relations with newly-founded Turkish Republic with an eye to contribute to Afghansitan’s welfare and development. Hence, he struggled hard to establish communication with Atatürk’s Turkey. He showed his determination in this aspect by asking for the Turkish ambassador’s idea while he was being throned to rule. Furthermore, the message he sent to Atatürk to celebrate anniversary of Turkish Republic just after he was throned was an obvious sign of this loyality and interest.

Keywords

Afghanistan, Turkey, Mustafa Kemal, Nadir Şah, Modernization.