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Gulf War Why do nations go to war? Why was oil an important factor in the war? Were other factors involved? How do we distinguish between acts of aggression and acts of defense? How do we decide what strategy to respond with? (sanctions, force, etc.) What role should the United Nations play in conflict situations?

Timeline of Persian Gulf War Invasion of Kuwait Operation Desert Shield Operation Desert Storm Declaration of War by U.S. Annexation of Kuwait Liberation of Kuwait Cease-fire UN declares war is over Declaration of war by Iraq UN Embargo on Iraq Bush issues 24-hr ultimatum Iraq begins “environmental war”, pumping oil into Gulf PLEASE INCLUDE IMAGES/PICTURES FOR AT LEAST 6 EVENTS ON THE TIMELINE Provide a brief explanation for: Embargo on Iraq, 24-hr ultimatum, Environmental War, Desert Storm, Desert Shield

Homework Ask your parents, family members, or neighbors about how they think America changed after 9/11. Write down their response(s) and be prepared to share/discuss them on Monday.