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Emir Amanullah Khan declares independence from British Influence
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Zahir Shah becomes king
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Soviet Army invades and props up communist government
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Babrak Karmal installed as leader, backed by soviet troops
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US launches missle strikes at suspected bases of militant Osama bin Laden
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Afghans vote in first parliamentary elections in more than 30 years
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US leads a bombing on Afghanistan after the 9/11 attacks
