Gulf War air campaign

The Gulf War air campaign, conducted in 1991, was a strategic military effort by coalition forces to weaken Iraqi capabilities and force Iraqi retreat from Kuwait. It involved extensive aerial bombardments targeting Iraqi command centers, communication lines, military equipment, and infrastructure. The campaign aimed to degrade Iraq’s war-making ability without ground invasion initially. Precision-guided bombs and missiles were used to minimize civilian casualties while achieving military objectives. This aerial attack set the stage for the subsequent ground offensive, ultimately leading to the liberation of Kuwait and a swift conclusion to the conflict.