v- British forces invade, install King Shah Shujah. He is assassinated in 1842.
- Emir Amanullah Khan declares independence from British influence.
- Zahir Shah becomes king and Afghanistan remains a monarchy for next four decades.
- Mohammed Daud forced to resign as prime minister.
- Mohammed Daud seizes power in a coup and declares a republic. Tries to play off USSR against Western powers. - Mohammed Daud forced to resign as prime minister.
- General Daud is overthrown and killed in a pro-Soviet coup. The People's Democratic Party comes to power
- Soviet Army invades and props up communist government.
- Last Soviet troops leave, but civil war continues as mujahideen push to overthrow Najibullah.