"Operation Desert Storm" (1990-1991)
The battle took place in Kuwait.
The Persian Gulf War was waged and was led by the United States against Iraq, in response to Iraq's invasion and Annexation of Kuwait.
Battle of Khafji (Jan. 29th, 1991)
-Iraqi forces attacked Khafji with tanks and fought on foot; this ended two days later.
-Allied forces gave close air support
-It was the turning point in the debate over using airpower against attacking forces
-11 americans were killed(from friendly fire), 14 U.S airmen were killed when AC-130 gunship was shot down, and 2 soldiers were captured in battle.
-Allied forces gave close air support
-It was the turning point in the debate over using airpower against attacking forces
-11 americans were killed(from friendly fire), 14 U.S airmen were killed when AC-130 gunship was shot down, and 2 soldiers were captured in battle.