Gulf War 1990–91 Saddam's Iraq Faces Operation Desert Storm - Steven J. Zaloga - książka
Producent: Bloomsbury Academic
The ground campaign conducted by US and Coalition forces against Iraq during the Gulf War is explored in depth in this study. The conflict's roots trace back to 1980 when Iraq invaded Iran, leading to an arduous eight-year war. By the late 1980s, Iraq faced financial ruin due to massive debts. Kuwait, a neighboring nation flush with oil resources, was seen by Iraq as rightfully theirs, presenting a tempting solution to their financial woes. In August 1990, Saddam Hussein launched an invasion of Kuwait, deploying one of the largest Arab armies against a far smaller force, resulting in Kuwait's rapid fall. Concerned about Hussein's expanding military influence, Saudi Arabia sought the support of the US, UK, and France to establish a coalition to drive Iraqi forces out of Kuwait. Over 30 nations joined this coalition, marking the start of Operation Desert Shield. The book by historian Steven J. Zaloga, rich with images, maps, diagrams, and vibrant artwork, explores how the Coalition formulated its response to liberate Kuwait after an initial air campaign aimed at weakening Iraqi defenses. Although Iraq suffered defeat, Hussein's regime remained intact, leading to further conflicts in subsequent years. This exhaustive study vividly depicts the Gulf War's ground campaign, shedding light on a pivotal historical moment.
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