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1991 - Gulf War

The Gulf War, also known as the Persian Gulf War, was a major conflict triggered by Iraq's invasion of Kuwait on August 2, 1990. The invasion was condemned by the international community, leading to a coalition of forces led by the United States to intervene.

The United Nations Security Council passed a series of resolutions demanding Iraq's withdrawal from Kuwait. When Iraq failed to comply, a military operation was launched to liberate Kuwait. This operation, known as Operation Desert Storm, began on January 17, 1991, with a massive air campaign followed by a ground assault.

The coalition forces, which included troops from 35 nations, quickly overwhelmed Iraqi forces. The conflict was marked by extensive aerial bombardment, including the use of precision-guided munitions, which was a relatively new development in warfare at the time.

The ground campaign lasted just 100 hours and resulted in a decisive victory for the coalition forces. Kuwait was liberated, and Iraqi forces were expelled from the country. The war ended on February 28, 1991, when a ceasefire was declared.

The Gulf War had significant implications for the region and the world. It marked the first major post-Cold War conflict and demonstrated the effectiveness of coalition warfare and modern military technology. However, it also had lasting consequences, including the establishment of no-fly zones in Iraq and ongoing tensions in the region.

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