Afghanistan and the Soviet Union Flashcards
1
Q
Soviets Invasion 1997
A
- Had free religion
- Anti Communists had an uprising
- Soviet troops were sent to control them
2
Q
Mujahideen
A
- Those who follow Jihad
- Islamic
- Protecting their faith
- Became Taliban
3
Q
Why did the US supply them
A
- Revenge on the Soviet Union for Vietnam
- Weapons, Training, $$$
4
Q
Osama Bin Ladin
A
- Saudian Millionaire
- Big part of the Mujahideen
- Worked for our CIA
- Knows how to fight against superior military
