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Desert Storm: The US vs Iraq

Why did Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein invade Kuwait, and how did the United States retaliate? Focus on one of the most important post-Cold War military conflicts: the Persian Gulf War. Examine the importance of international coalition building and see how Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein became emboldened by the fight.

English
  • Runtime 28 minutes
  • Production Company The Great Courses
  • Created January 1, 2023 by
    Mandarin7584
  • Modified January 1, 2023 by
    Mandarin7584