Introduction

When Iraq refused to leave Kuwait following the 1990 invasion, Operation Desert Storm began. During the operation, Marines accomplished a wide range of missions: From the air, Marine pilots used fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft to destroy Iraq’s air and naval forces, anti-air defenses and ballistic missile launchers.

Following the terrorist attacks of 11 September 2001, the United States government declared a “Global War on Terrorism.”

In response to the Taliban government’s refusal to respond to known terrorist activities within their borders, Marines were deployed to Afghanistan as part of Operation Enduring Freedom.

In 2003, Iraq became a second front in the war on terrorism with Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Both operations are ongoing, with Marine responsibilities ranging from combat and security operations to humanitarian efforts.

Outline of Series 01, Episode 01

Desert Storm was the largest single operation in Marine Corps history. Nearly 91,000 Leathernecks took part. The 7th Marine Expeditionary Brigade arrived on 14 August in response to Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait. The next day their tanks arrived by ship. Within five days the 7th moved north, ready to fight. 15,248 stopped the fourth largest army in the world from seizing the Saudi oil fields.

US Marines In The War on Terror 1991-2009 Series

• Episode 01: Flashpoints.
• Episode 02: Reap What You Sow.
• Episode 03: Building a Shield.
• Episode 04: The Storm Breaks.
• Episode 05: Fatwa.
• Episode 06: Call to Action.
• Episode 07: Shadow War.
• Episode 08: Axis of Evil.
• Episode 09: Yellow Footsteps.
• Episode 10: Build Up.
• Episode 11: Charge.
• Episode 12: Dogs at the Gate.

Production & Filming Details

• Release Date: 2011 (US).
• Running Time: 00 minutes.
• Country: US.
• Language: English.

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