"These papers provide a fascinating personal and first-hand insight into events on the ground at the time," he said. "They are a historian's dream, and show that the forefathers of the Taleban were every bit as ruthless as they are today."What's that quote... "those who neglect the lessons of history..."?
The attackers were urged into action by their mullahs who promised the delights of paradise for those whom paid the ultimate sacrifice.
Something about an ass-kicking, I believe.
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