History of Afghanistan- Pre-reading to The Kite Runner

Shah began his reign

Dec 24, 1933

Shah orders the killing of thousands of Hazaras which causes an evil reputation for him. Hazaras are no longer respected

Afghanistan

Period: Dec 24, 1933 to Dec 25, 2001

Soviet Russia invades

Dec 24, 1979

Soviet troops parachute onto Kabul to aid the Afghan communist leadership

Soviet Troops Leave

Feb 18, 1989

After peace talks, the Soviets leave Kabul

Pakistan funnel arms to Afghanistan

May 24, 1994

Pakistan starts funneling arms to Mullah Omar's men to help them in battle

Al Qaeda removes power from Taliban

Mar 11, 2001

United States military involved in Afghanistan

Mar 12, 2001

9/11 attack

Sep 11, 2001