Evaluating the U.S. Military Contribution in Afghanistan

Testimony from National Security and Defense Program

Testimony from National Security and Defense Program

Evaluating the U.S. Military Contribution in Afghanistan

Testimony by Stephen Biddle

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November 1, 2020

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Stephen Biddle testified before the Armed Services Committee in the United States House of Representatives. His statement evaluated the U.S. military contribution in Afghanistan.

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