The Rise of Al-Qaeda Kristin Morneau

By Kris_02
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    Word Trade Center Bombing ( not the same as 9/11)

    11 attacks altogether. Series of 4 coordinated terrorists. Destruction harmed the economy of lower.

  • Soviet - Afghan War

    About 25,000 Soviet soldiers were killed, 35,000 people were wounded anti- government forces had support from many countries.

  • Operation Cyclone

    Code name for the United States. The program itself leaned towards supporting militant Islamic groups that were founded.

  • Afghan Mujahedeen is formed

    It is also known as the Seven Party Mujahedeen alliance. Parties fighting against the Soviet- backed Democratic Republic.

  • First Al-Qaeda attack in Somalia

    In 1992 that was when the first attack occured. A bomb exploded at a hotel. It is known for an organization.

  • Taliban allows Al-Qaeda in Afghanistan

    Afghanistan is the base for Al-Qaeda U.S military officials dispute the death toll. Targeted Bin Laden's Al-Qaeda fighters and also the Taliban.

  • Al-Qaeda is founded

    It's still happening to this day. Founded by Osama Bin Laden in the late 1980s. Began as a logistical network to support Muslims.

  • United States Embassy Bombings

    Total of 224 deaths during this event. Targeted United States embassies. Advanced the interests of the United States.

  • Osama Bin Laden is killed

    He was killed in Pakistan. The date terrorists leader of Osama Bin Laden was shot by U.S special courses.