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Feb 24, 1991: Gulf War Ground Offensive Begins

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Action for Freedom — Leave a comment

After six weeks of intensive bombing against Iraq and its armed forces, U.S.-led coalition forces launch a ground invasion of Kuwait and Iraq. On August 2, 1990, Iraq invaded Kuwait, its tiny oil-rich neighbor, and within hours had occupied most…

Jan 16, 1991: The Persian Gulf War Begins

Posted on January 16, 2011 by Action for Freedom — Leave a comment

At midnight in Iraq, the United Nations deadline for the Iraqi withdrawal from Kuwait expires, and the Pentagon prepares to commence offensive operations to forcibly eject Iraq from its five-month occupation of its oil-rich neighbor. At 4:30 p.m. EST, the…

Jan 11, 1989: Reagan Gives His Farewell Address

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After eight years as president of the United States, Ronald Reagan gives his farewell address to the American people. In his speech, President Reagan spoke with particular enthusiasm about the foreign policy achievements of his administration. In his speech, Reagan…