JOURNAL ARTICLE

AFGHAN RETREAT.

  • Published In: History of War, 2023, n. 124. P. 8 1 of 2

  • Database: Historical Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 2

Abstract

The article discusses the Soviet withdrawal from Afghanistan in May 1988, highlighting the nine-year intervention, its impact on both Soviet soldiers and Afghan civilians, and the factors that led to the retreat, including Mikhail Gorbachev's ascent to power and his plans for gradual withdrawal.

Additional Information

  • Source:History of War. 2023/10, Issue 124, p8
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Military History and Science
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2054-376X
  • Accession Number:170390138

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