The Highway of Death

The Highway of Death refers to a stretch of road in Iraq, specifically Route 80, where a devastating attack occurred during the Gulf War in 1991. After coalition forces pushed Iraqi troops out of Kuwait, thousands of Iraqi soldiers and civilians fled along this highway. Coalition airstrikes targeted the convoy, resulting in significant casualties and destruction. The event has become symbolic of the war's brutality, illustrating the chaos and human cost of military conflict. The aftermath left behind a tragic scene, with many vehicles destroyed and a high number of fatalities, conveying the horrors of war.