Anglo-Iraqi War (may 2, 1941 – may 31, 1941)
Description:
In response to the successful Iraqi coup and to ensure protection of its oil supplies, British troops led an Allied invasion of Iraq, which would return the country's power to pro-British leadership. This increased Allied influence in SWANA.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 2, 1941
may 31, 1941
~ 29 days