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1981 in Afghanistan

Explore 2 historical events and records for Afghanistan in 1981.

Historical records for Afghanistan in 1981

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Government Reorganization

Karmal, Babrak · Kabul · Chairman of the Revolutionary Council · Government / Government of Afghanistan

Karmal reorganizes ministries and relies increasingly on Soviet advisers to administer the country.

National Fatherland Front

Karmal, Babrak · Kabul · Chairman of the Revolutionary Council · Government / Government of Afghanistan

Karmal establishes the National Fatherland Front to widen the political base of the state.

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