National anthem of the Kingdom of Afghanistan (1926–1943)

The "Royal Salute" was the first national anthem of the Kingdom of Afghanistan, in use from 1926–1943. It was used whenever a national anthem needed to be played during international occasions. It usually only has a melody, with no lyrics to be sung in public.[1] In 1943, it was replaced by a second national anthem: Our Brave and Noble King.[2]

Former national anthem of  Afghanistan
Adopted1926
Relinquished1943
Succeeded by"Schahe ghajur-o-mehrabane ma"
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National anthems of Afghanistan
 "Royal Salute" 1926–1943
 "Grand Salute" 1943–1973
 "So long as there is Earth and Heaven" 1973–1978
 "Be Ardent, Be More Ardent" 1978–1992
 "Fortress of Islam, Heart of Asia" 1992–1996
 None (music was outlawed) 1996–2001
 "Fortress of Islam, Heart of Asia" 2001–2006
 "Afghan National Anthem" 2006–2021
 "This Is the Home of the Brave" 2021–present

References
  1. "Anthem of the Kingdom of Afghanistan-King Amanullah Khan". Archived from the original on 2014-03-01. Retrieved 2013-10-28.
  2. "Afghanistan (1926-1943) » nationalanthems.info". Archived from the original on 2013-10-17. Retrieved 2013-10-28.
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