17-01-2023, 06:45 PM
(17-01-2023, 06:23 PM)Kenj Wrote: A was written by the English in the 1840s, and probably still applies.Well I think the inhabitants did welcome democracy, it's just that they are powerless to stop the taliban.
"The First Afghan War provided the clear lesson to the British authorities that, while it may be relatively straightforward to invade Afghanistan, it is wholly impracticable to occupy the country or attempt to impose a government not welcomed by the inhabitants. The only result will be failure and great expense in treasure and lives."
Ken