See also: 1941 in Afghanistan, other events of 1942, and 1943 in Afghanistan.
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June 1942
Diplomatic relations with the United States are opened.
July 1942
The king again reaffirms his country's policy of neutrality "provided Afghanistan is left unmolested."
November 26, 1942
The 9-year-old crown prince, Mohammad Akbar Khan, dies.
References
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