USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -In late 2001, the United States and its close allies invaded Afghanistan and toppled the Taliban government.

Detailed explanation-2: -Investigations into the motivations and execution of the attacks led to the declaration of War on Terrorism that led to ongoing military engagements in Afghanistan and subsequently Iraq.

Detailed explanation-3: -The War in Afghanistan (Operation Enduring Freedom) began in October, 2001 in response to the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States.

Detailed explanation-4: -The United States went to Afghanistan in 2001 to wage a necessary war of self-defense. On September 11, 2001, al-Qaeda terrorists attacked our country. They were able to plan and execute such a horrific attack because their Taliban hosts had given them safe haven in Afghanistan.

Detailed explanation-5: -A month after 9/11, the invasion began, as America launched air strikes against Afghanistan. Amanda Mason: “American special forces liaised with and fought alongside anti-Taliban groups known as the Northern Alliance, forcing the Taliban from their strongholds in Masari Sharif, Kandahar and Kabul.