Persian Gulf War Basics

Saddam Hussein

A dictator in Iraq who invaded Kuwait violently in order to gain the land and the resources.

coalition

A group of countries that work together for a specific reason.

Saudi Arabia

Ally of the United States during the Persian Gulf War; this country allowed the U.S. fly missions against Iraq from their bases.

When did the Persian Gulf War occur

August 1990-February 1991

Persian Gulf

Body of water in the middle east which contains much of the world´s oil supply

What were the causes for the Persian Gulf War?

Conflict between Iran & Iraq over borders, Kuwait's oil reserves, Saddam Hussein's goal of reuniting all Arabs.

What caused the US to have economic interests in the Middle East?

Demand for oil

Who were our Allies during the Persian Gulf War?

Great Britain, France, Soviet Union, Egypt

Where did the fighting of the Persian Gulf war take place?

Iraq and Kuwait

What were the results of the Persian Gulf War?

Iraq was forced out of Kuwait, but Saddam Hussein remained in power.

What countries and groups supported Iraq in the Persian Gulf War?

Jordan, Algeria, Sudan, Yemen, Tunisia, Palestine Liberation Organizaition

What types of fighting were associated with Persian Gulf War?

Limited ground war, extensive air war with "Smart Bombs". Iraq counter attacks with SCUD missiles.

Who were two famous US military leaders during the Persian Gulf War?

Norman Schwartzkopf & Colin Powell

What was a nickname for the Persian Gulf War?

Operation Desert Storm

George H. Bush

President of the United States during the Persian Gulf War

Who was the leader of Iraq during the Persian Gulf War?

Saddam Hussein

What was the spark that caused the Persian Gulf War?

Saddam Hussein orders invasion of Kuwait and threatens Saudi Arabia

Iraq

The country that invaded Kuwait in 1990

Kuwait

The country that was invaded by Iraq in 1991

Persian Gulf War (Conflict)

The name of the war that started when Iraq invaded Kuwait.