Afghanistan Flashcards
When did the Soviet Union invade Afghanistan ?
December 1979, Christmas Day.
How much did Ronald Reagan spend on weapons defence against the Soviets ?
400million
Who boycotted the Moscow olympics in 1980?
USA
Who boycotted the Los Angeles olympics ?
Soviet Union
Who replaced president carter in 1981 ?
Ronald Reagan
What was S.A.L.T ?
Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty, was an agreement between the US and the Soviet Union to reduce the use of nuclear weapons and to not abuse the human rights act.
Why did the afghans dislike the Soviets ?
They invaded their country. Also they were anti-Islamic. This was a problem as belief was something they felt strongly about.
Why did some afghans like Soviets ?
They held views that allowed women to be educated where as afghan culture suggested otherwise.
What did Reagan cut afford spending in weapons ?
Training for troops.
Why was the fighting in Afghanistan difficult for the Soviet?
Because unlike the afghans they weren’t as familiar with the land.
Who financed the mujahideen?
CIA
How many soviet soldiers died in the war ?
15,000 were killed and 35,000 were wounded.
How much did the USSR spend on the conflict ?
42 million pounds, 3.5 billion rubles
