persian gulf war, 1991

Describes the circumstances leading up to Iran's invasion of Kuwait and the political and military events of the Persian Gulf War, using quotes from people directly involved.

Recounts the 1991 military action of the United States and its allies against the forces of Iraqi President Saddam Hussein, relating historical reasons for the war and reactions of combatants.

Traces the roots of the Gulf wars and the role women played in the military, as correspondents, as medics, and on the homefront.

Examines several aspects of the origins, fighting, and aftermath of the 1991 Persian Gulf War.

Examines the causes and events of the Persian Gulf War that followed Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in 1990.

Provides information about the causes, conduct, and results of the Persian Gulf War, a conflict prompted by the invasion of Kuwait by Iraq in 1990.

Examines the events of August 2, 1990 when Saddam Hussein, president of Iraq, ordered an attack on neighboring Kuwait sparking the Gulf War, and discusses the reasons for Hussein's actions, and the response of the world community.

Explains the events leading up to the war with Iraq and captures the personal experiences of Americans sent far from home.

Examines the causes, events, and aftermath of the recent conflict in the Persian Gulf.

Examines the politics of oil and describes important people, places, and events of the Persian Gulf War.