Collapse Of Detente/ Invasion Of Afghanistan

Question 1

Causes

Answer 1

The Kabul Revolution (April 1978) gave Brezhnev an opportunity to extend his power by invading Afghanistan in the oil-rich Middle East.
The Soviet Union feared the loss of its communist proxy in Afghanistan.

Question 2

Consequences

Answer 2

The Carter Doctrine severely increased tensions between USA/USSR
• Led to the ‘Second Cold War’ and Reagan’s ‘Evil Empire’ Speech.
• War lasts 10 years and 1.5 million are killed including 15,000 Russian soldiers.

Question 3

Who fought against the Soviets?

Answer 3

Insurgent groups known as the mujahideen fought a guerilla war against the Soviet Army.

Question 4

What happened?

Answer 4

The Soviet Union sent thousands of troops into Afghanistan and immediately assumed complete military and political control of Kabul and large portions of the country.

Question 5

How long did it last?

Answer 5

9 Years