Military

Obama On Afghanistan: From 'Come Home' To 5,500 Troops

On Oct. 15, President Obama announced a change in strategy in Afghanistan. Here’s what his plans have looked like in the past six years.

Obama On Afghanistan: From 'Come Home' To 5,500 Troops
Getty Images / Mark Makela
SMS

The graph reflects U.S. boots on the ground in Afghanistan. It does not include troops providing in-theater support or conducting counter-terror operations outside the region. (Video via the White House)