Persian Gulf War (1990-1991)

The Gulf War consisted of (1) Operation Desert Shield (August 2, 1990 - January 17, 1991) which was the buildup of troops and defense of Saudi Arabia and (2) Operation Desert Storm (January 17, 1991 - February 28, 1991) in its combat phase. Forces were included from 35 nations that were led by the United States against Iraq in response to Iraq's invasion and annexation of Kuwait.

We Have A Story To Tell
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Major General T. Eston Marchant became the first Adjutant General in decades to send troops into combat in Operation Desert Storm. South Carolina’s 51st and 251st units were called up to serve in...
Tankbusters: Advice for Students
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Lieutenant Colonel Joel "Rally" Rush offers advice for youth who may be interested in a career in the U.S. Air Force.
Tankbusters: Conclusion
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Lieutenant Colonel Joel "Rally" Rush elaborates on how American sentiments changed from before the conflict, to afterwards. Lt. Col. Rush also discusses the lessons people should take away from the...
Tankbusters: "SCUD Hunts"
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While Lieutenant Colonel Joel Rush did not participate in any organized hunts for Saddam Hussein's SCUD missiles, he recalls his experience of running into a SCUD missile launcher during a night...
Tankbusters: Life in the Desert
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Lieutenant Colonel Joel "Rally" Rush discusses what living conditions were like in the deserts of the Middle East region.
Tankbusters: Flying Missions
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Lieutenant Colonel Joel "Rally" Rush discusses what flying missions in the A-10 Thunderbolt II were like. He walks viewers through the process of preparing for a mission, destroying Saddam Hussein's...
Tankbusters: Reaction to Invasion of Kuwait
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Lieutenant Colonel Joel "Rally" Rush recalls his thoughts about hearing the news on Saddam Hussein's invasion of Kuwait in August 1990. Rush also discusses the socio-political climate in the U.S. at...