Persian Gulf War (1990-1991) Gr. 5-8 by Reed Nat;

Author:Reed, Nat;
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Classroom Complete Press

Shortly after the invasion of Kuwait, the United States, under the leadership of George H.W. Bush, began sending troops and military equipment to the Gulf region to help protect other nations in the area, and to protect their sources of oil in the Middle East. This was known as Operation Desert Shield.

Why do you think President Bush gave it the name “Operation Desert Shield”?

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The United Nations had told Iraq that it must leave Kuwait by January 15, 1991. The whole world then held its breath. In the meantime a number of nations, including Great Britain, France, and Canada joined the coalition in Operation Desert Shield.

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