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Question 13 • US History Studies Since 1877

What was President Clinton’s response when US troops were killed in a conflict in Somalia in 1993?

Answer
A
He increased aid for the Somali famine.
B
He increased the US military presence in Somalia.
C
He negotiated a treaty between the warring sides.
D
He withdrew all US troops from the region.

Explanation

After 18 U.S. soldiers were killed in the Battle of Mogadishu in October 1993, President Clinton announced that U.S. forces would leave Somalia. The withdrawal was completed in 1994, so the correct choice is “He withdrew all US troops from the region.”

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