Journal of Osh State University. History

Iskak Asan-uulu (Polot khan) is a symbol of the struggle for the state independence in Ferghana valley

This scientific article is devoted to the reflection of the highlights of the life and activities of Iskak Asan-uulu, i.e. Polot Khan (1842–1876), the outstanding leader of the Kyrgyz in Ferghana in the 19th century, the leader of the great popular uprising for the state independence of the eastern region of Turkestan, and the last sovereign khan of the Kokand (Khoqand) Khanate

popular uprising; Polot Khan; state independence; Kyrgyzstan; Turkestan; Ferghana; Kokand (Khoqand) Khanate; Tsarist Russia; invasion; colonization