apr 18, 1988 - Operation Praying Mantis
Description:
The American warship USS Samuel B. Roberts strikes an Iranian mine, nearly sinking it before the crew was able to save it, resulting in no loss of life. The US responds with a series of naval strikes against Iran. The US Navy also shoots down an Iranian passenger plane mistaking it for a fighter jet, killing all 290 passengers on board.Added to timeline:
Date:
apr 18, 1988
Now
~ 38 years ago