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Afghanistan The Islamic Rule Before 1973ish Monarchy Relatively peaceful

Afghanistan The Communist Regime Big change from previous era Mohammad Daoud Khan assassinated Mir Akbar Khyber Led by Soviets- did not like the king, the Afghan citizens looked to the Soviets for help Punishable to wear burqas, grow beards, etc Valued school and educations Women had more freedom

Afghanistan Soviet War Late 1980s Rebels began to fight against the Soviets The United States helped Afghanistan Once Soviets retreated the US left the war as well Ruined relationship with Afghanistan Afghanistan then formed an alliance with Iran Government switched control

Afganistan Taliban Rule A large group of Afghans wanted to unite together and overtake the Soviets. Followed the Qur’an (although in the Qur’an it states that men and women should be equals…interesting!!!) Harsh Rules

Afghanistan Taliban Rule Continued… Men were the protectors Women are property School was not allowed….schools were burned

Afghanistan Post-Taliban Era Women are supposed to be equals (many are still stuck in their ways…) Schools are allowed again Eat mostly bread and vegetables…some meat, but it is scarce

Afghanistan Post-Taliban Era Continued… Focus on survival Harsh punishments for crimes ex- Stealing-cut off hand Kidnapping- death High maternal mortality rates because of lack of healthcare, non-certified staff, and women not being allowed to leave the house