Afghanistan: The Wounded Land
In the 1960s, Afghanistan opened to the world but was at a crossroads. And when communists seized power, a never-ending war began. The four-part series looks at six decades of Afghan history through the eyes of those who were there, opening new perspectives into the country, people and destiny. The documentary also grants insight into what went wrong in the past and what future is being hoped for.
Afghanistan: The Wounded Land - Part 4: Trap
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After 9/11, the U.S. invaded Afghanistan. Many Afghans hoped for peace and democracy. (54m 27s)
Afghanistan: The Wounded Land - Part 3: Taliban
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While fighting in Afghanistan turned into a civil war, the Taliban emerged triumphantly. (54m 5s)
Afghanistan: The Wounded Land - Part 2: Jihad
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In 1979, the Soviets invaded Afghanistan. "Soviet Vietnam" began after a call for Jihad. (53m 23s)
Afghanistan: The Wounded Land - Part 1: Kingdom
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Afghanistan opened to the world in the 1960s. When communists seized power, a war began. (54m 4s)
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