War
In the past years media has proved to be the essential teacher when it comes to the history of certain events. Other than word of mouth, the media has been the most influential tool in our daily lives. From morning newspapers, to the radio on the drive to work, to the new Time magazine in the mail, to the 6 o'clock news, media is everywhere. Like it or not, media influences people's ideals on an everyday basis. Since media constitutes as the most influential teacher, you'd expect to hear all sides of the story, free from political bias, but this is rarely ever the case. On August 2nd, 1990, Iraqi president Saddam Hussein sent troops into and occupied the neighboring country of Kuwait. On November 8th, 1990, President George Bush announced the military offense at "Operation Desert Storm" and soon formed an international coalition to move Iraq out of Kuwait. On January 17th, (local Iraq time) 1991 Operation Desert Storm was in full effect as bombing begun over Iraq. The following news bites are taken from the headlines of the U.S.A. today during the first days of the military conflict names Desert Storm.
Wednesday, Jan. 16
Desert Storm begins at 7 p.m. EST (3 a.m. Jan. 17 in Iraq) with massive air and missile attacks on targets in Iraq, Kuwait.
President Bush promises: "We will not fail."
Thursday, Jan. 17
Iraqi President Saddam Hussein declares: "The great showdown has begun! The mother of all battles is under way."
Iraqi Scud missiles strike Israel.
Scud fired at Saudi Arabia is downed by U.S. Patriot missile - first anti- missile fired in combat.
Friday, Jan. 18
Amid retaliation speculation, President Bush says Israel has promised not to respond to Iraq's attack.
Saturday, Jan. 19
At least three Scuds explode in Tel Aviv, Israel, injuring about 17. Israel vows to defend itself but refrains. United States rushes in Patriots, making Army crews first U.S. soldiers to defend Israel.
U.S. troops raid oil platforms off Kuwait, capturing first Iraqi...
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