Not only Americans risked life and limb to serve in Afghanistan
Summary
People from many countries, not just Americans, served in Afghanistan from 2001 to 2021. They faced significant dangers such as hidden bombs and rocket attacks. The international deployment was a response to the 9/11 attacks, which led to the U.S. requesting help from NATO allies.Key Facts
- After the 9/11 attacks, the U.S. asked NATO allies for help in Afghanistan, invoking NATO's Article 5 for the first time.
- NATO's Article 5 means that if one member is attacked, it is like all members are attacked.
- Thousands from many countries, including the UK, Canada, Denmark, and Estonia, served in Afghanistan.
- The deployment initially aimed to remove the Taliban and catch al-Qaeda members.
- The first two years were relatively calm, but danger increased, especially after 2006.
- The Taliban used tactics like hidden bombs (IEDs) and rocket attacks against international troops.
- Combat operations officially ended in 2014, but international involvement continued until 2021.
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