Annotated Bibliography
Afghanistan War May End By 2024 … Maybe. Photograph. May 20, 2013. http://original.antiwar.com/jack-a-smith/2013/05/19/afghanistan-war-may-end-by-2024-maybe/.
This source was utilized to ascertain images which would reinforce the viewer’s experience when visiting our website. The saying “A picture is worth a thousand words,” really rings true as the website goer can see all the pictures and illustrations we believed would give the statements true impact. In addition, images allow the observer to maintain interest in our creation and absorb the Afghan Conflict and the results of it to the fullest extent.
Afghanistan World Map. Photograph. lahistroriaconmapas. Accessed June 8, 2016. http://www.lahistoriaconmapas.com/atlas/country-map01/afghanistan-map-world.htm.
This source was utilized to ascertain images which would reinforce the viewer’s experience when visiting our website. The saying “A picture is worth a thousand words,” really rings true as the website goer can see all the pictures and illustrations we believed would give the statements true impact. In addition, images allow the observer to maintain interest in our creation and absorb the Afghan Conflict and the results of it to the fullest extent.
Afghan Villagers. Photograph. Katehon. Accessed June 8, 2016. http://katehon.com/sites/default/files/afghanistanvillagers_5.jpg.
This source was utilized to ascertain images which would reinforce the
viewer’s experience when visiting our website. The saying “A picture
is worth a thousand words,” really rings true as the website goer can see
all the pictures and illustrations we believed would give the statements
true impact. In addition, images allow the observer to maintain interest in
our creation and absorb the Afghan Conflict and the results of it to the
fullest extent.
BBC. "Who are the Taliban?" BBC News. Last modified May 26, 2016. Accessed June 6, 2016. http://www.bbc.com/news/world-south-asia-11451718.
This site is a news article pertaining to the current state of the Taliban, however, it does include detailed information of the background of the group. It includes information about their regime in the 1990s, which harbored the likes of Osama Bin Laden. Unfortunately the article does not cite an author.
Bush, George W. "Statement by President George W. Bush in His Address to the Nation." News release. September 11, 2001. Accessed May 27, 2016. http://www.911memorial.org/sites/all/files/Statement%20by%20President%20Bush%20in%20His%20Address%20to%20the%20Nation.pdf.
This primary source is the address to the U.S public by George W. Bush following the events of 9/11. This address foreshadows the eventual U.S involvement in Afghanistan and shows the state of mind the U.S was in at the time of the tragedy. This also serves as a reminder of the reason the U.S wanted to get involved in Afghanistan. This source also helped show how 9/11 was the catalyst for U.S intervention in Afghanistan.
Chossudovsky, Michel. "9/11 ANALYSIS: From Ronald Reagan and the Soviet-Afghan War to George W Bush and September 11, 2001." Global Research. Last modified September 9, 2010. Accessed May 27, 2016. http://www.globalresearch.ca/9-11-analysis-from-ronald-reagan-and-the-soviet-afghan-war-to-george-w-bush-and-september-11-2001/20958.
This source compiled articles and resources provided by Chossudovsky from earlier works. This source was utilized in providing background research for the topic and allowed the viewing of the facts subjectively. This source strengthened knowledge on some of the details that occurred before, during and after 9/11 in Afghanistan. This source primarily touched upon U.S policy with Afghanistan during the time and up to 2010. Chossudovsky's voice is given weight and credibility due to his efforts to expand learning throughout the globe and also through his experience as a Professor of Economics.
FEATURED New report says the FBI is ‘whitewashing the Saudi connection to 9/11. Photograph. Deadstate. April 4, 2015. Accessed June 8, 2016. http://deadstate.org/new-report-says-the-fbi-is-whitewashing-the-saudi-connection-to-911/.
This source was utilized to ascertain images which would reinforce the viewer’s experience when visiting our website. The saying “A picture is worth a thousand words,” really rings true as the website goer can see all the pictures and illustrations we believed would give the statements true impact. In addition, images allow the observer to maintain interest in our creation and absorb the Afghan Conflict and the results of it to the fullest extent.
Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI 100 First Strike: Global Terror in America, Doc. (2008). https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/2008/february/tradebom_022608.
This source provides details on terrorist activities within the U.S in the past. This source also provides links to additional resources with which to choose other stories and documents. This page also details the suspects involved in the bombing of the trade center in 1993 as well as the story of the FBI's investigation in the matter. This source is found credible as it is a government provided source which can usually be trusted on many matters.
14 Years Later: Remembering 9/11. Photograph. Tot. September 11, 2015. http://www.totpi.com/14-years-later-remembering-911/.
This source was utilized to ascertain images which would reinforce the viewer’s experience when visiting our website. The saying “A picture is worth a thousand words,” really rings true as the website goer can see all the pictures and illustrations we believed would give the statements true impact. In addition, images allow the observer to maintain interest in our creation and absorb the Afghan Conflict and the results of it to the fullest extent.
Greste, Peter. "Who Are the Northern Alliance?" BBC News. Last modified November 13, 2001. Accessed June 7, 2016. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/1652187.stm.
This source is good material on the make up of the Northern Alliance in Afghanistan. It provides a background of the group, and many key figures in the group, such as their leaders at the time. It is published by a reliable news source, the BBC.
I Watch You. Photograph. This Can't Be Happening. June 2, 2015. Accessed June 9, 2016. http://thiscantbehappening.net/node/2775.
This source was utilized to ascertain images which would reinforce the viewer’s experience when visiting our website. The saying “A picture is worth a thousand words,” really rings true as the website goer can see all the pictures and illustrations we believed would give the statements true impact. In addition, images allow the observer to maintain interest in our creation and absorb the Afghan Conflict and the results of it to the fullest extent.
Laden, Osama Bin. "Osama Bin Laden's Declaration of Jihad Against Americans." News release. 1996. Accessed May 28, 2016. http://www.911memorial.org/sites/all/files/Osama%20bin%20Laden%27s%201996%20Fatwa%20against%20United%20States.pdf.
This primary source shows the hatred displayed against Americans in the world preceding 9/11 by a select group. This declaration of jihad also foreshadows the up coming bombings that will occur throughout the U.S later on and the horrific events of 9/11. This also showcases the idyllic hatred of Americans. As a result the source is helpful for gaining knowledge on the intent of the terrorist groups that Bin Laden represented.
NewsHour Productions. "The Soviet Occupation of Afghanistan." PBS News Hour. Last modified October 10, 2006. Accessed June 6, 2016. http://www.pbs.org/newshour/updates/asia-july-dec06-soviet_10-10/.
This source comes from a reliable news source in PBS. It outlines Soviet involvement in Afghanistan, and parts of the politics of Afghanistan at the time. It also mentions Soviet political activity leading up to the war. Furthermore, it provides details about the start and end of Soviet involvement in Afghanistan, actions diplomatically against the USSR, and a general rundown of the war itself.
"911 the War in Afghanistan (Full Documentary)." Video file, 58:54. YouTube. Posted October 27, 2014. Accessed May 23, 2016. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ah5lnELw97w.
This source is a re upload of a documentary BBC created. This documentary provided useful information of the political scope of what was occurring in Afghanistan to lead to the rise of militant forces and a shaky government. This source also provided insight not only into the thoughts of U.S army forces but also the thoughts of some Afghani and joint force groups working in the area. This source expanded upon previous knowledge of Afghanistan and detailed the members who were in charge during the time of the conflict.
Post 9/11, Seven National Geographic Photographers Reflect on New York. Photograph. National Georgraphic. September 11, 2015. Accessed June 8, 2016. http://proof.nationalgeographic.com/2015/09/11/post-911-seven-national-geographic-photographers-reflect-on-new-york/.
This source was utilized to ascertain images which would reinforce the viewer’s experience when visiting our website. The saying “A picture is worth a thousand words,” really rings true as the website goer can see all the pictures and illustrations we believed would give the statements true impact. In addition, images allow the observer to maintain interest in our creation and absorb the Afghan Conflict and the results of it to the fullest extent.
"Russia and Afghanistan." Institute For the Study of War. Accessed May 25, 2016. http://www.understandingwar.org/russia-and-afghanistan.
This source provides good background information for the War in Afghanistan and Russia's history in the area. The source also helps provide extra knowledge of the area and the history in which the region is layered. This source is also useful due to the objectivity of the source and how it does not favor one side of the other but simply states the facts.
"Soviet war in Afghanistan (1979-1989) - Documentary films." Video file, 43:23. YouTube. Posted November 23, 2014. Accessed May 24, 2016. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xx4RDzwyOFY.
This source is a re upload of a CNN documentary which is what gives this piece weight. This documentary details the Soviet-Afghan war and how the U.S played a part in this momentous occasion. This documentary also highlights the ideals held by the people of Afghanistan and the U.S's ideas on foreign policy to reduce the spread of communism by any means necessary. This source provides interviews between the people involved in the conflict which gives the documentary more weight while still remaining objective on the matter.
Taliban, Afghan government hold talks in Pakistan. Photograph. The Voice of the Cape. July 8, 2015. Accessed June 8, 2016. http://www.vocfm.co.za/taliban-afghan-government-hold-talks-in-pakistan/.
This source was utilized to ascertain images which would reinforce the viewer’s experience when visiting our website. The saying “A picture is worth a thousand words,” really rings true as the website goer can see all the pictures and illustrations we believed would give the statements true impact. In addition, images allow the observer to maintain interest in our creation and absorb the Afghan Conflict and the results of it to the fullest extent.
Afghanistan War May End By 2024 … Maybe. Photograph. May 20, 2013. http://original.antiwar.com/jack-a-smith/2013/05/19/afghanistan-war-may-end-by-2024-maybe/.
This source was utilized to ascertain images which would reinforce the viewer’s experience when visiting our website. The saying “A picture is worth a thousand words,” really rings true as the website goer can see all the pictures and illustrations we believed would give the statements true impact. In addition, images allow the observer to maintain interest in our creation and absorb the Afghan Conflict and the results of it to the fullest extent.
Afghanistan World Map. Photograph. lahistroriaconmapas. Accessed June 8, 2016. http://www.lahistoriaconmapas.com/atlas/country-map01/afghanistan-map-world.htm.
This source was utilized to ascertain images which would reinforce the viewer’s experience when visiting our website. The saying “A picture is worth a thousand words,” really rings true as the website goer can see all the pictures and illustrations we believed would give the statements true impact. In addition, images allow the observer to maintain interest in our creation and absorb the Afghan Conflict and the results of it to the fullest extent.
Afghan Villagers. Photograph. Katehon. Accessed June 8, 2016. http://katehon.com/sites/default/files/afghanistanvillagers_5.jpg.
This source was utilized to ascertain images which would reinforce the
viewer’s experience when visiting our website. The saying “A picture
is worth a thousand words,” really rings true as the website goer can see
all the pictures and illustrations we believed would give the statements
true impact. In addition, images allow the observer to maintain interest in
our creation and absorb the Afghan Conflict and the results of it to the
fullest extent.
BBC. "Who are the Taliban?" BBC News. Last modified May 26, 2016. Accessed June 6, 2016. http://www.bbc.com/news/world-south-asia-11451718.
This site is a news article pertaining to the current state of the Taliban, however, it does include detailed information of the background of the group. It includes information about their regime in the 1990s, which harbored the likes of Osama Bin Laden. Unfortunately the article does not cite an author.
Bush, George W. "Statement by President George W. Bush in His Address to the Nation." News release. September 11, 2001. Accessed May 27, 2016. http://www.911memorial.org/sites/all/files/Statement%20by%20President%20Bush%20in%20His%20Address%20to%20the%20Nation.pdf.
This primary source is the address to the U.S public by George W. Bush following the events of 9/11. This address foreshadows the eventual U.S involvement in Afghanistan and shows the state of mind the U.S was in at the time of the tragedy. This also serves as a reminder of the reason the U.S wanted to get involved in Afghanistan. This source also helped show how 9/11 was the catalyst for U.S intervention in Afghanistan.
Chossudovsky, Michel. "9/11 ANALYSIS: From Ronald Reagan and the Soviet-Afghan War to George W Bush and September 11, 2001." Global Research. Last modified September 9, 2010. Accessed May 27, 2016. http://www.globalresearch.ca/9-11-analysis-from-ronald-reagan-and-the-soviet-afghan-war-to-george-w-bush-and-september-11-2001/20958.
This source compiled articles and resources provided by Chossudovsky from earlier works. This source was utilized in providing background research for the topic and allowed the viewing of the facts subjectively. This source strengthened knowledge on some of the details that occurred before, during and after 9/11 in Afghanistan. This source primarily touched upon U.S policy with Afghanistan during the time and up to 2010. Chossudovsky's voice is given weight and credibility due to his efforts to expand learning throughout the globe and also through his experience as a Professor of Economics.
FEATURED New report says the FBI is ‘whitewashing the Saudi connection to 9/11. Photograph. Deadstate. April 4, 2015. Accessed June 8, 2016. http://deadstate.org/new-report-says-the-fbi-is-whitewashing-the-saudi-connection-to-911/.
This source was utilized to ascertain images which would reinforce the viewer’s experience when visiting our website. The saying “A picture is worth a thousand words,” really rings true as the website goer can see all the pictures and illustrations we believed would give the statements true impact. In addition, images allow the observer to maintain interest in our creation and absorb the Afghan Conflict and the results of it to the fullest extent.
Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI 100 First Strike: Global Terror in America, Doc. (2008). https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/2008/february/tradebom_022608.
This source provides details on terrorist activities within the U.S in the past. This source also provides links to additional resources with which to choose other stories and documents. This page also details the suspects involved in the bombing of the trade center in 1993 as well as the story of the FBI's investigation in the matter. This source is found credible as it is a government provided source which can usually be trusted on many matters.
14 Years Later: Remembering 9/11. Photograph. Tot. September 11, 2015. http://www.totpi.com/14-years-later-remembering-911/.
This source was utilized to ascertain images which would reinforce the viewer’s experience when visiting our website. The saying “A picture is worth a thousand words,” really rings true as the website goer can see all the pictures and illustrations we believed would give the statements true impact. In addition, images allow the observer to maintain interest in our creation and absorb the Afghan Conflict and the results of it to the fullest extent.
Greste, Peter. "Who Are the Northern Alliance?" BBC News. Last modified November 13, 2001. Accessed June 7, 2016. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/1652187.stm.
This source is good material on the make up of the Northern Alliance in Afghanistan. It provides a background of the group, and many key figures in the group, such as their leaders at the time. It is published by a reliable news source, the BBC.
I Watch You. Photograph. This Can't Be Happening. June 2, 2015. Accessed June 9, 2016. http://thiscantbehappening.net/node/2775.
This source was utilized to ascertain images which would reinforce the viewer’s experience when visiting our website. The saying “A picture is worth a thousand words,” really rings true as the website goer can see all the pictures and illustrations we believed would give the statements true impact. In addition, images allow the observer to maintain interest in our creation and absorb the Afghan Conflict and the results of it to the fullest extent.
Laden, Osama Bin. "Osama Bin Laden's Declaration of Jihad Against Americans." News release. 1996. Accessed May 28, 2016. http://www.911memorial.org/sites/all/files/Osama%20bin%20Laden%27s%201996%20Fatwa%20against%20United%20States.pdf.
This primary source shows the hatred displayed against Americans in the world preceding 9/11 by a select group. This declaration of jihad also foreshadows the up coming bombings that will occur throughout the U.S later on and the horrific events of 9/11. This also showcases the idyllic hatred of Americans. As a result the source is helpful for gaining knowledge on the intent of the terrorist groups that Bin Laden represented.
NewsHour Productions. "The Soviet Occupation of Afghanistan." PBS News Hour. Last modified October 10, 2006. Accessed June 6, 2016. http://www.pbs.org/newshour/updates/asia-july-dec06-soviet_10-10/.
This source comes from a reliable news source in PBS. It outlines Soviet involvement in Afghanistan, and parts of the politics of Afghanistan at the time. It also mentions Soviet political activity leading up to the war. Furthermore, it provides details about the start and end of Soviet involvement in Afghanistan, actions diplomatically against the USSR, and a general rundown of the war itself.
"911 the War in Afghanistan (Full Documentary)." Video file, 58:54. YouTube. Posted October 27, 2014. Accessed May 23, 2016. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ah5lnELw97w.
This source is a re upload of a documentary BBC created. This documentary provided useful information of the political scope of what was occurring in Afghanistan to lead to the rise of militant forces and a shaky government. This source also provided insight not only into the thoughts of U.S army forces but also the thoughts of some Afghani and joint force groups working in the area. This source expanded upon previous knowledge of Afghanistan and detailed the members who were in charge during the time of the conflict.
Post 9/11, Seven National Geographic Photographers Reflect on New York. Photograph. National Georgraphic. September 11, 2015. Accessed June 8, 2016. http://proof.nationalgeographic.com/2015/09/11/post-911-seven-national-geographic-photographers-reflect-on-new-york/.
This source was utilized to ascertain images which would reinforce the viewer’s experience when visiting our website. The saying “A picture is worth a thousand words,” really rings true as the website goer can see all the pictures and illustrations we believed would give the statements true impact. In addition, images allow the observer to maintain interest in our creation and absorb the Afghan Conflict and the results of it to the fullest extent.
"Russia and Afghanistan." Institute For the Study of War. Accessed May 25, 2016. http://www.understandingwar.org/russia-and-afghanistan.
This source provides good background information for the War in Afghanistan and Russia's history in the area. The source also helps provide extra knowledge of the area and the history in which the region is layered. This source is also useful due to the objectivity of the source and how it does not favor one side of the other but simply states the facts.
"Soviet war in Afghanistan (1979-1989) - Documentary films." Video file, 43:23. YouTube. Posted November 23, 2014. Accessed May 24, 2016. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xx4RDzwyOFY.
This source is a re upload of a CNN documentary which is what gives this piece weight. This documentary details the Soviet-Afghan war and how the U.S played a part in this momentous occasion. This documentary also highlights the ideals held by the people of Afghanistan and the U.S's ideas on foreign policy to reduce the spread of communism by any means necessary. This source provides interviews between the people involved in the conflict which gives the documentary more weight while still remaining objective on the matter.
Taliban, Afghan government hold talks in Pakistan. Photograph. The Voice of the Cape. July 8, 2015. Accessed June 8, 2016. http://www.vocfm.co.za/taliban-afghan-government-hold-talks-in-pakistan/.
This source was utilized to ascertain images which would reinforce the viewer’s experience when visiting our website. The saying “A picture is worth a thousand words,” really rings true as the website goer can see all the pictures and illustrations we believed would give the statements true impact. In addition, images allow the observer to maintain interest in our creation and absorb the Afghan Conflict and the results of it to the fullest extent.