Thomas Barfield

Boston University

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Professor of Anthropology at Boston University and author of Afghanistan: A Cultural and Political History

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As America's longest war completes its tenth year, President Obama has promised a troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, starting next month.

The Military and Civilian Challenges in Afghanistan

As America's longest war completes its tenth year, President Obama has promised a troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, starting next month.

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As America's longest war completes its tenth year, President Obama has promised a troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, starting next month.

The Military and Civilian Challenges in Afghanistan

As America's longest war completes its tenth year, President Obama has promised a troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, starting next month.

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