The term "Afghan Invasions" refers to a series of military campaigns aimed at controlling or influencing Afghanistan. Notable invasions include the British invasions in the 19th century, particularly the First Anglo-Afghan War (1839-1842) and the Second Anglo-Afghan War (1878-1880). These conflicts arose from British interests in maintaining influence in the region and countering Russian expansion. In the late 20th century, the Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan in 1979, leading to a decade-long conflict with Afghan resistance fighters, known as the Mujahideen. This invasion was part of the Cold War dynamics, as the U.S. and its allies supported the Mujahideen to counter Soviet influence. The aftermath of these invasions has significantly shaped Afghanistan's political landscape.