Witness History: Archive 2012 - Mules and the Mujahideen

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Twenty-five years ago, a shipment of mules was sent from the USA to Afghanistan.

They were part of Ronald Reagan's effort to help fight the Soviets.

Witness hears from a Mujahideen commander and an American vet who dealt with the animals.

Photo: AFP/Getty images.

Published on Thursday, 20th September 2012.

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