The First Gulf War (aug 2, 1990 – feb 28, 1991)
Description:
The invasion of Kuwait led to a United Nations Security Council embargo and sanctions on Iraq and a U.S.-led coalition air and ground war, which began on January 16, 1991, and ended with an Iraqi defeat and retreat from Kuwait on February 28, 1991.Added to timeline:
Date:
aug 2, 1990
feb 28, 1991
~ 7 months