Desert Storm

Desert Storm was the codename for the 1991 military campaign to liberate Kuwait from Iraq, following Iraq’s invasion and annexation of the country. The campaign was led by a coalition of countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Saudi Arabia, and was sanctioned by the United Nations. We honor our Desert Storm Veterans with these Desert Storm Veteran Custom Engraved Challenge Coins.

The ground campaign, which lasted from February 24th to February 28th, was characterized by a rapid, coordinated advance across the desert by coalition forces, which quickly overwhelmed the Iraqi military and led to their surrender.

The operation was widely seen as a significant military victory for the coalition and marked the end of the Gulf War. The aftermath of the war saw continued tensions in the region and the imposition of sanctions on Iraq in an effort to restrict its weapons of mass destruction programs.

Desert Storm Veterans

Desert Storm veterans are those individuals who served in the military during the Gulf War, also known as Operation Desert Storm, in 1991. Many of these veterans served in combat operations, while others provided support in a variety of non-combat roles.

The experiences of Desert Storm veterans vary widely, but many have faced challenges related to physical and mental health, including exposure to environmental hazards and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In recognition of their service, the U.S. government has established various benefits and programs to support Desert Storm veterans, including health care, disability compensation, and education and training opportunities.

Desert Storm veterans are an important part of the larger veteran community and are remembered and honored for their service and sacrifice in defense of the nation.

Desert Storm Facts

1. Desert Storm was the first major military conflict following the end of the Cold War.
2. It was the largest military deployment since the Vietnam War, with over 540,000 U.S. military personnel deployed to the Gulf region.
3. The air campaign of Desert Storm, known as Operation Desert Storm, lasted from January 17th to February 28th, 1991, and was focused on destroying Iraq’s military capabilities and infrastructure.
4. The ground campaign lasted just four days, from February 24th to February 28th, and saw coalition forces quickly advance across the desert and liberate Kuwait.
5. The conflict resulted in the deaths of an estimated 20,000-35,000 Iraqi soldiers, with relatively low casualties among coalition forces.
6. The aftermath of Desert Storm saw continued tensions in the region, including the establishment of no-fly zones over Iraq, ongoing weapons inspections, and the 2003 invasion of Iraq.
7. The military success of Desert Storm established the United States as the world’s preeminent military power, and marked a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy, with a renewed emphasis on military intervention to address security threats.
8. Desert Storm was widely supported by the American public, with over 90% of respondents expressing support for the conflict in polls taken during and after the conflict.