Republic of Afghanistan (1973–1978)
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Historical
Summary
Established in 1973 by General Daoud Khan, it marked Afghanistan's first republic. The coup d'état deposed King Mohammad Zahir Shah, ending the Kingdom of Afghanistan. Daoud Khan aimed to modernize the nation with aid from both the Soviet Union and the United States.
Statistics
Area
647,500.00 km²
Population
Not available