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Battle of Arghandab

1987 • Kandahar Stadtkampf

Historical Overview

Heavy fighting in the dense orchards of Kandahar.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Sov. victory (Tact.).

Sov. & DR Afghan

  • Commander: unbekannt
  • Strength: ca. 10.000
  • Casualties: ca. 150

Mujahideen

  • Commander: Mullah Naqib
  • Strength: ca. 5.000
  • Casualties: ca. 1.500

Strategic Context

Expelling Mujahideen from city outskirts.

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