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Gulf War
The Persian Gulf War took place from August 2, 1990 to February 28, 1991 and is often referred to as the Gulf War or Desert Storm.
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Could the Persian Gulf war have been prevented?
Any conflict can be avoided, if the leaders want to avoid it.
What country invaded Iraq in 1991?
The UN Operation Desert Storm proceeded to liberate Kuwait and invade Iraq from Saudi and Kuwaiti territory in early 1991.
Kuwait (along with the U.S., Britain, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia) invaded Iraq in 1991.
Who was the Persian leader at the time of the Battle of Thermopylae?
During the 50 years of the war, the two Spartan kings in office at any time were the war leaders, the Gerousia (council) were the political leaders and the citizens in assembly directed them.
The kings were:
Agiad Dynasty: Pleistonax to 409 BCE then Pausanias Eurypontid Dynasty: Archidamus II to 429 BCE then Agis II.
In 1990 Saddam Hussein had the capability to control how much of the world's oil?
Roughly 10% of the world's known oil reserves. Saddam controlled Iraq, an oil rich nation. Iran holds another large portion.
If we truly wanted energy independence we would use the largest reserves known to man. The Green Valley reserve which covers Wyoming, Colorado and New Mexico holds far more oil then the entire middle east. We know that 4 trillion barrels alone are in this reserve. We have another reserve in the United States that covers North Dakota which, while not as large has more oil then all the middle east also.
The issue is twofold though. One the left extreme wants us to leave the land natural and the right would rather use the cheaper oil in the Middle East. If we really wanted energy independence, this oil would be used as we speak.
When did the gulf war oil spill occur?
The Gulf War oil spill occurred on January 23, 1991, and was the largest oil spill to date. It was the largest purposely created oil spill in history.
What countries were against the Iran-Iraq war?
To the best of my knowledge, no country on earth tried to stop the Iran-Iraq War. However, toward the end of it there was a major concern among the oil-consuming nations that the war might interfere with the export of oil from the Persian Gulf.
Who was the ruler of France during the Persian gulf war?
François Mitterand was President of France from 1981-1995, making him the longest serving French President to date. Those years include 1990-1991 when the Persian Gulf Was took place.
Who gained the most from the Persian gulf war?
Kuwait was invaded by Iraq, and now remains an independent country.
What provides the best description of Operation Desert Shield?
It was designed to protect Saudi Arabia from an invasion of Iraqi forces.
It was designed to protect Saudi Arabia from an invasion of Iraq forces
Is the ruling family of Kuwait today the same as the family during the gulf war?
yes because family is family and there are all the same
How did the US find out that Saddam Hussein was buying a lot of uranium?
Iraq imported only non important quantities of uranium; also the technology was at the beginning. A specific US fraud.
What did Iraq agree to do after the 1991 gulf war?
because they wanted to save their town and their lives
How did the Gulf War lead to the September 11th attacks?
There is yet to be published any "direct links" of the 2001 attack and the 1991 Desert Storm operation in Southwest Asia.
Which is better T80 vs M1A2 Abrams?
M1A2 Hands down, the T80 is okay on cross country but the Abrams has much more advanced fire control systems, armaments, suspension system, armor, Superior off road performance, and the ability to fire on the move. (Correction: The T-80 has the ability to fire on the move as well. And has more potent armament. The 2A46 is 8% more powerful being a 125mm vs the M256 120mm, definitely a small difference but it makes the answerer's claim incorrect. The T-80 also has gun launched ATGMs which vastly out range 120mm rounds from the L/44 M256. Both T-80 and Abrams use Torsion bar suspension, however the Abrams weighs much more and has grown heavier over time, the suspension has not changed to reflect this. It should be considered at risk of becoming a weakness.)
How many troops total where involved in the Desert storm war?
Over 900,000 coalition military members were deployed to Desert Storm.
What could Saddam Hussein had done better to win the 1990-1991 Gulf War?
The simple answer would be not to have attempted an invasion of Iran in September of 1980. This resulted in a costly war between the two, which lasted for eight years, cost both countries vast amounts of money and resources, and left the Iraqi military reeling from losses which it was a long way from recovering from in 1990.
This would also have alleviated the reason Saddam launched an invasion of Kuwait, which in turn could've prevented both the Persian Gulf war and the ongoing war in Iraq.
What is the use of ict in the military?
so that our forces can use advanced tactics like uma unmanned aircraft or more know as a predator which can be used for recon of enemy territory
What happen to the sonni and shia religion after the death of Saddam?
The sunni and shia religions started attacking each other for awhile after Saddam was given the death penalty and some of the religious minorities were attacked in Iraq by people involved with terrorism as well just for being a different religion. Some were worried it would turn into a civil war splitting the country.
The VA reserves the right to administer their programs on what they consider appropiate US military conflicts. Often times they can be VERY SPECIFIC; they will want to know, specifically, which Gulf War (which conflict/which Operation): 1. Iran-Iraq War (1980-1988); the US was involved with this war: the USS Stark was struck by an Iraqi missile, killing many US Sailors. The USS Vincennes shot down an airliner. 2. Operation Desert Storm (January and February 1991). 3. Operation Iraqi Freedom (2003- )
