Democratic Republic of Afghanistan
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Historical
Summary
The Democratic Republic of Afghanistan existed from 1978 to 1992 after the Saur Revolution brought the PDPA to power. It was a socialist state heavily dependent on Soviet military and economic support, aligning closely with the USSR during the Cold War. The regime collapsed amid civil war following the Soviet withdrawal, leading to the establishment of the Republic of Afghanistan.
Statistics
Area
647,500.00 km²
Population
15,540,000