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The timeline of the Gulf War details the dates of the major events of the 1990–1991 war. It began with the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait on 2 August 1990 and ended with the Liberation of Kuwait by Coalition forces. Iraq subsequently agreed to the United Nations' demands on 28 February 1991.
Aug 2, 1990 · Iraq accepts the terms of a cease-fire agreement presented by General Schwarzkopf. Learn about the who, what, where, and when of the Persian Gulf War with this timeline.
Nov 9, 2009 · The Persian Gulf War, also known as Operation Desert Storm or the First Gulf War, began in 1991 after President Saddam Hussein of Iraq ordered the invasion and occupation of neighboring...
The Gulf War was an armed conflict between Iraq and a 42-country coalition led by the United States.
Jul 1, 2024 · Persian Gulf War, conflict (1990–91) triggered by Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait with the apparent aim of acquiring its large oil reserves, canceling a large debt owed to Kuwait, and expanding Iraqi regional power.
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Desert Storm begins at 7 p.m. EST (3 a.m. Jan. 17 in Iraq) with massive air and missile attacks on targets in Iraq, Kuwait. President Bush: "We will not fail." Day 2: Thursday, Jan. 17. Iraqi President Saddam Hussein declares: "The great showdown has begun! The mother of all battles is under way.'' Iraqi Scud missiles strike Israel.
The Gulf War began with an extensive aerial bombing campaign on 16 January 1991. For 42 consecutive days and nights, the coalition forces subjected Iraq to one of the most intensive air bombardments in military history.
