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The significant event that marked the first massive buildup of U.S. forces in the Fifth Fleet's area of responsibility was the Gulf War, which began in August 1990. Following Iraq's invasion of Kuwait, the U.S. and its allies mobilized a substantial military presence in the region to enforce United Nations resolutions and to prepare for Operation Desert Storm. This buildup represented a pivotal moment in U.S. military strategy in the Middle East.
The establishment of an anti-Western/anti-United States nation in Iran
The establishment of an anti-Western/anti-United States nation in Iran
The first massive buildup of U.S. forces in what is now the Fifth Fleet's area of responsibility occurred during Operation Desert Shield in 1990. This operation was initiated in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait, leading to the deployment of hundreds of thousands of U.S. troops to the Persian Gulf region. The buildup aimed to deter further Iraqi aggression and protect regional allies, ultimately leading to Operation Desert Storm and the liberation of Kuwait.
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The man in command of all US naval forces in the Pacific was Admiral Chester Nimitz.
Buildup of the Military-Industrial Complex