Balochistan and the First Afghan War is a classic work compiled in the Intelligence Branch of the Army Headquarters, India, and published at Simla in 1907. This volume offers a detailed account of the history, geography, tribes, and social life of Balochistan, together with a comprehensive narrative of the events, diplomacy, and military operations of the First Afghan War.

Drawing on extensive travel, careful observation, and a wide range of contemporary sources, the compilers provide valuable insights into the peoples of the region, their customs, trade routes, and strategic importance. It remains an important reference for scholars, researchers, and readers interested in the history and heritage of Balochistan, Afghanistan, and the wider frontier of the Indian subcontinent.