Soviet–Afghan War: Soviet Army Begins Troop Withdrawal May 15, 1988
Soviet–Afghan War: After more than eight years of fighting, the Soviet Army begins to withdraw 115,000 troops from Afghanistan.
Date: May 15, 1988
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