Statements (663)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:military_operations
|
| gptkbp:aftermath |
establishment of no-fly zones
regional instability sanctions on Iraq Political instability in Iraq sanctions against Iraq influence on military strategy impact on international relations Rise of insurgency in Iraq Sanctions against Iraq rise of insurgency in Iraq Continued sanctions against Iraq Establishment of no-fly zones continued sanctions against Iraq No-fly zones established rise of terrorism impact on Arab-Israeli relations Continued military presence in the region no-fly zones established long-term military presence in the region impact on global oil prices U. S. military presence in the Middle East impact on U. S. foreign policy U. S. military presence in the region influence on NATO operations long-term U. S. military presence in the region U. S. military presence in the Gulf U. S. military presence in the Gulf region impact on Iraq's military capabilities impact on U. S.-Saudi relations |
| gptkbp:air_superiority_achieved |
February 1991
|
| gptkbp:air_support |
gptkb:Operation_Provide_Comfort
gptkb:Operation_Southern_Watch |
| gptkbp:aircraft_operated |
gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
gptkb:United_States_Air_Force gptkb:French_Air_Force gptkb:B-52_Stratofortress gptkb:F-117_Nighthawk gptkb:Saudi_Air_Force destroyed Iraqi air defenses |
| gptkbp:allies |
NATO allies participated
|
| gptkbp:armament |
gptkb:Tomahawk_cruise_missiles
gptkb:A-10_Thunderbolt_II gptkb:F-117_Nighthawk |
| gptkbp:awards |
awarded medals to service members
|
| gptkbp:battle |
gptkb:Operation_Desert_Storm_air_campaign
gptkb:Operation_Instant_Thunder gptkb:Operation_Desert_Shield |
| gptkbp:casualties |
approximately 100,000 Iraqi military deaths
approximately 294 coalition deaths low coalition casualties approximately 100,000 Iraqi military personnel approximately 1,000 coalition military deaths low civilian casualties Coalition casualties approximately 100,000 Iraqi deaths low for coalition approximately 1,000 coalition deaths approximately 294 U. S. military deaths approximately 20,000 Iraqi military deaths approximately 294 American deaths approximately 3,500 Iraqi civilian deaths significant Iraqi casualties high military casualties for Iraq Approximately 1,000 coalition deaths Approximately 20,000 Iraqi military deaths Approximately 294 Approximately 294 U. S. military deaths approximately 294 U. S. deaths approximately 3,500 civilian deaths approximately 1,000 coalition personnel approximately 294 high for Iraq approximately 20,000 Iraqi deaths Iraqi casualties |
| gptkbp:coalition |
gptkb:Australia
gptkb:Bahrain gptkb:Belgium gptkb:Canada gptkb:Denmark gptkb:Egypt gptkb:France gptkb:Greece gptkb:Italy gptkb:Kuwait gptkb:Netherlands gptkb:New_Zealand gptkb:Norway gptkb:Portugal gptkb:Qatar gptkb:Saudi_Arabia gptkb:Spain gptkb:Syria gptkb:United_Arab_Emirates gptkb:United_Kingdom gptkb:United_States 34 nations 34 countries |
| gptkbp:combat_history |
part of modern military history
|
| gptkbp:commanded |
gptkb:General_H._Norman_Schwarzkopf
|
| gptkbp:commander |
gptkb:General_H._Norman_Schwarzkopf
|
| gptkbp:commemoration |
gptkb:Desert_Storm_Memorial
Veterans Day events memorials for fallen soldiers Gulf War Memorials |
| gptkbp:conducted |
gptkb:United_States
|
| gptkbp:conflict |
Humanitarian efforts in the region
Continued monitoring of Iraq Reconstruction efforts in Kuwait |
| gptkbp:consequences |
Environmental damage
Long-term health effects on veterans Humanitarian issues in Iraq |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
Popular media representation
Portrayed in films and documentaries depicted in films and documentaries cultural impact on American society Influenced video games media portrayal of war public perception of military intervention Public perception of military actions influenced public perception of military conflicts Referenced in music and literature Veterans' recognition inspired video games and literature Influenced media portrayals of war |
| gptkbp:date |
gptkb:1991
January 17, 1991 |
| gptkbp:diplomatic_relations |
gptkb:United_Nations_Security_Council_Resolution_678
Coalition building coalition building UN involvement Increased tensions in the region increased tensions in the Middle East negotiations with allies Arab League support NATO support strengthened U. S.-Arab relations increased cooperation among Arab states led to sanctions against Iraq strengthened NATO relations Coalition diplomacy Iraq's withdrawal from Kuwait Kuwait's sovereignty restored Negotiations with Arab states Negotiations with regional allies Support from the United Nations weakened Iraq's regional influence |
| gptkbp:duration |
43 days
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| gptkbp:economic_impact |
economic sanctions on Iraq
Oil prices fluctuations cost billions of dollars boosted defense industry Cost of military operations Reconstruction efforts in Kuwait |
| gptkbp:election_result |
increased tensions with Iraq
strengthened US position in the Middle East strengthened U. S. position in the Middle East Strengthened U. S. presence in the Middle East strengthened U. S. influence in the Middle East |
| gptkbp:end_date |
1991-02-28
February 28, 1991 |
| gptkbp:ended |
February 28, 1991
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| gptkbp:enemy |
gptkb:Iraq
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| gptkbp:established |
gptkb:UN_Security_Council_Resolution_678
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| gptkbp:followed_by |
gptkb:Operation_Iraqi_Freedom
|
| gptkbp:goal |
liberate Kuwait
liberation of Kuwait Liberate Kuwait expel Iraqi forces from Kuwait |
| gptkbp:ground_campaign |
gptkb:Operation_Desert_Sabre
|
| gptkbp:ground_offensive |
launched on February 24, 1991
|
| gptkbp:ground_offensive_end_date |
February 28, 1991
|
| gptkbp:ground_offensive_start_date |
February 24, 1991
|
| gptkbp:historical_analysis |
Studies on coalition warfare.
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| gptkbp:historical_context |
gptkb:Gulf_War
gptkb:Iraq's_invasion_of_Kuwait Cold War tensions Regional power dynamics |
| gptkbp:historical_impact |
influenced future conflicts
influenced future military operations set precedent for future military interventions set precedent for future interventions demonstrated effectiveness of coalition warfare influenced U. S. foreign policy changed U. S. military strategy highlighted importance of coalition warfare led to increased defense spending shaped U. S.-Middle East relations changed US military strategy |
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
First major conflict after the Cold War
influenced future military operations demonstrated effectiveness of air power demonstration of coalition warfare first major conflict after the Cold War Demonstrated effectiveness of coalition warfare first major conflict after Cold War demonstrated coalition warfare led to the rise of terrorism in the region historical significance in military history use of advanced technology in warfare highlighted the role of international coalitions paved the way for future interventions set precedent for UN-led military actions Demonstrated coalition warfare Showcased advanced military technology |
| gptkbp:home_ground |
gptkb:British_Army
gptkb:United_States_Army gptkb:United_States_Marine_Corps |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Operation Desert Storm
|
| gptkbp:impact |
gptkb:military_strategy
influence on future military operations Refugee crisis in the region changed military strategy globally changed U. S. military strategy shifts in U. S. foreign policy Changed military strategy Increased use of air power Showcased live news coverage post-war humanitarian aid military infrastructure damaged regime weakened |
| gptkbp:impact_on_kuwait |
infrastructure rebuilt
economy recovered |
| gptkbp:influenced |
gptkb:UN_peacekeeping_missions
NATO operations military technology development media coverage of wars public perception of military interventions media influenced public perception |
| gptkbp:initiated_by |
gptkb:United_States
gptkb:President_George_H._W._Bush gptkb:United_Nations_Security_Council_Resolution_678 |
| gptkbp:intelligence |
gptkb:Signal
satellite imagery Signals intelligence satellite reconnaissance Human intelligence Satellite reconnaissance Use of satellite reconnaissance use of satellite reconnaissance intelligence failures prior to the operation |
| gptkbp:international_relations |
Shift in Middle Eastern alliances
affected U. S.-Arab relations |
| gptkbp:introduction_of |
New military doctrines
Precision-guided munitions |
| gptkbp:involved |
gptkb:Coalition_forces
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| gptkbp:involved_countries |
gptkb:Coalition_Forces
gptkb:Philippines_Veterans gptkb:Argentina gptkb:Australia gptkb:Bahrain gptkb:Belgium gptkb:Canada gptkb:Denmark gptkb:Egypt gptkb:France gptkb:Germany gptkb:Greece gptkb:Italy gptkb:Japan gptkb:Kuwait gptkb:Netherlands gptkb:New_Zealand gptkb:Norway gptkb:Portugal gptkb:Qatar gptkb:Saudi_Arabia gptkb:Singapore gptkb:South_Korea gptkb:Spain gptkb:Syria gptkb:United_Arab_Emirates gptkb:United_Kingdom gptkb:United_States |
| gptkbp:involved_forces |
gptkb:Qatar_Army
gptkb:Coalition_Forces gptkb:United_Arab_Emirates_Army gptkb:Coalition_forces gptkb:United_States gptkb:United_States_Army gptkb:Egyptian_Army gptkb:Kuwaiti_Army gptkb:Syrian_Army |
| gptkbp:involved_technology |
gptkb:Tomahawk_missiles
gptkb:stealth_technology satellite reconnaissance GPS technology precision bombing |
| gptkbp:is_debated_in |
Military intervention policies
political debate over military intervention |
| gptkbp:key_event |
gptkb:Battle_of_Khafji
gptkb:Battle_of_Medina_Ridge gptkb:Battle_of_the_Al_Faw_Peninsula gptkb:Battle_of_the_Al_Qadisiyyah gptkb:Battle_of_the_Rumaila_Oil_Fields gptkb:Battle_of_73_Easting gptkb:Battle_of_Kuwait_City gptkb:Battle_of_the_Al_Basrah gptkb:Battle_of_the_Iraqi_Republican_Guard Battle of Al Busayyah Battle of the 7th Corps Battle of the Al Amarah |
| gptkbp:kuwait_city |
liberated on February 26, 1991
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| gptkbp:legacy |
gptkb:Gulf_War_Syndrome
gptkb:Operation_Northern_Watch gptkb:Operation_Southern_Watch Influence on military strategy influence on future conflicts Modern warfare tactics changed military strategy influenced future military operations Influence on future military operations Public perception of military intervention influence on future military operations set precedent for future interventions demonstrated effectiveness of coalition warfare Debate over military intervention increased military cooperation with allies public perception of military intervention emphasis on coalition warfare media's role in warfare increased media scrutiny of military actions development of new military technologies emphasis on joint operations increased military technology use increased use of technology in warfare Impact on U. S. foreign policy impact on U. S. military strategy impact on U. S. foreign policy establishment of military bases in the Gulf region increased focus on veterans' health issues influence on NATO operations shaped U. S.-Middle East relations contributed to the rise of terrorism in the region influenced U. S. military strategy led to the Gulf War Syndrome controversy led to the establishment of no-fly zones in Iraq considered a success by many increased focus on media in warfare impact on future U. S. military engagements influence on military training and doctrine |
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Kuwait
gptkb:Iraq |
| gptkbp:logistics |
gptkb:campaign
Airlift operations advanced logistics operations massive troop deployment massive supply chain operations |
| gptkbp:media_appearances |
Documentaries and films
|
| gptkbp:media_coverage |
Extensive
Extensive media coverage extensive extensive media coverage extensive global media coverage extensive live coverage |
| gptkbp:military_branch |
gptkb:United_States_Air_Force
gptkb:United_States_Army gptkb:United_States_Navy gptkb:United_States_Marine_Corps |
| gptkbp:military_doctrine |
shifted military doctrine in the U. S.
|
| gptkbp:military_exercises |
led to increased military exercises in the region
|
| gptkbp:military_lessons |
led to changes in military training programs
Importance of air superiority |
| gptkbp:military_strategy |
gptkb:campaign
gptkb:Shock_and_Awe Air superiority air superiority Coalition building Rapid deployment rapid deployment combined arms operations Combined arms operations ground invasion ground offensive shock and awe Rapid ground assault rapid ground assault |
| gptkbp:military_technology |
gptkb:Tomahawk_cruise_missiles
gptkb:GPS gptkb:stealth_technology satellite reconnaissance GPS technology satellite communications smart bombs precision-guided munitions Use of drones use of drones advanced reconnaissance systems spurred military innovation |
| gptkbp:military_unit |
gptkb:United_States_Army
over 500,000 troops over 500,000 U. S. troops over 30 countries involved Over 1,000,000 coalition troops Over 500,000 U. S. troops |
| gptkbp:nickname |
gptkb:The_Mother_of_All_Battles
|
| gptkbp:notable_event |
gptkb:campaign
Kuwait's liberation ground offensive Scud missile attacks on Israel ceasefire declared on February 28, 1991 ground offensive launched on February 24, 1991 use of psychological operations (PSYOPS) Scud missile attacks |
| gptkbp:notable_ships |
gptkb:Operation_Desert_Storm_Naval_Task_Force
gptkb:French_Navy gptkb:Royal_Navy gptkb:United_States_Navy gptkb:United_States_Marine_Corps gptkb:Operation_Desert_Shield gptkb:Operation_Southern_Watch |
| gptkbp:objective |
destroy Iraqi military capabilities
expel Iraqi forces from Kuwait |
| gptkbp:operational_period |
gptkb:1991
|
| gptkbp:operations |
gptkb:Operation_Desert_Fox
gptkb:Operation_Desert_Strike gptkb:Operation_Vigilant_Warrior gptkb:Operation_Atlantic_Resolve_II gptkb:Operation_Iraqi_Freedom_II gptkb:Operation_Allied_Spirit gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_II gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_III gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_IV gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_V gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_VI gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_VIII gptkb:Operation_Enduring_Freedom gptkb:Operation_Iraqi_Freedom gptkb:Operation_Shader gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian gptkb:Operation_Allied_Force gptkb:Operation_Spartan_Shield gptkb:Operation_Atlantic_Resolve gptkb:Operation_Joint_Venture gptkb:Operation_Guardian_Support gptkb:Desert_Storm gptkb:Operation_New_Dawn gptkb:Operation_Noble_Eagle gptkb:Operation_Unified_Protector gptkb:Operation_Desert_Storm_II gptkb:Desert_Shield gptkb:Operation_Desert_Shield gptkb:Operation_Inherent_Resolve gptkb:Operation_Northern_Watch gptkb:Operation_Provide_Comfort gptkb:Operation_Resolute_Support gptkb:Operation_Southern_Watch gptkb:Operation_Joint_Forge gptkb:Operation_Odyssey_Dawn gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_XIII gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_XIV gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_XV gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_XVI gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_XVII gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_XVIII gptkb:Operation_Joint_Assault gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_C gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LI gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LII gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LIII gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LIV gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LIX gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LV gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LVI gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LX gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXI gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXIV gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXV gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXX gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXXI gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXXII gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXXIII gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXXIV gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXXIX gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXXV gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXXVI gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXXVII gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXXVIII gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXXX gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXXXIX gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXXXVI gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_LXXXVIII gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_XC gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_XCI gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_XCIV gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_XCIX gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_XL gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_XLII gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_XLVIII gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_XXI gptkb:Operation_Joint_Guardian_XXXVIII gptkb:Operation_Joint_Shield_II gptkb:Operation_Inherent_Resolve_II gptkb:Operation_Joint_Resolve gptkb:Operation_Joint_Response gptkb:Operation_Joint_Shield gptkb:Operation_Joint_Strike gptkb:Operation_Joint_Task_Force gptkb:Operation_Freedom's_Sentinel gptkb:Operation_Joint_Endeavor gptkb:Operation_Joint_Warrior offensive operation Operation Joint Guardian IX Operation Joint Guardian VII Operation Joint Guardian X Operation Joint Guardian XI Operation Joint Guardian XII Operation Joint Guardian XIX Operation Joint Guardian XX Operation Joint Guardian L Operation Joint Guardian LVII Operation Joint Guardian LVIII Operation Joint Guardian LXII Operation Joint Guardian LXIII Operation Joint Guardian LXIX Operation Joint Guardian LXVI Operation Joint Guardian LXVII Operation Joint Guardian LXVIII Operation Joint Guardian LXXXI Operation Joint Guardian LXXXII Operation Joint Guardian LXXXIII Operation Joint Guardian LXXXIV Operation Joint Guardian LXXXV Operation Joint Guardian LXXXVII Operation Joint Guardian XCII Operation Joint Guardian XCIII Operation Joint Guardian XCV Operation Joint Guardian XCVI Operation Joint Guardian XCVII Operation Joint Guardian XCVIII Operation Joint Guardian XLI Operation Joint Guardian XLIII Operation Joint Guardian XLIV Operation Joint Guardian XLIX Operation Joint Guardian XLV Operation Joint Guardian XLVI Operation Joint Guardian XLVII Operation Joint Guardian XXII Operation Joint Guardian XXIII Operation Joint Guardian XXIV Operation Joint Guardian XXIX Operation Joint Guardian XXV Operation Joint Guardian XXVI Operation Joint Guardian XXVII Operation Joint Guardian XXVIII Operation Joint Guardian XXX Operation Joint Guardian XXXI Operation Joint Guardian XXXII Operation Joint Guardian XXXIII Operation Joint Guardian XXXIV Operation Joint Guardian XXXIX Operation Joint Guardian XXXV Operation Joint Guardian XXXVI Operation Joint Guardian XXXVII |
| gptkbp:outcome |
Kuwait liberated
liberation of Kuwait defeat of Iraqi forces Iraqi forces expelled from Kuwait Kuwait restored to sovereignty |
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:Gulf_War
|
| gptkbp:partnerships |
formed strategic partnerships with Gulf states
|
| gptkbp:political_impact |
increased US military presence in the Middle East
increased U. S. military presence in the Middle East |
| gptkbp:post_war_career |
gptkb:Iraq_War
U. S. military presence in the region allegations of war crimes against Iraq continued sanctions on Iraq |
| gptkbp:preceded_by |
gptkb:Operation_Just_Cause
gptkb:Operation_Desert_Shield |
| gptkbp:predecessor |
gptkb:Operation_Just_Cause
|
| gptkbp:public_perception |
increased support for military intervention
shaped public opinion on military interventions increased support for the U. S. military |
| gptkbp:related_aircraft |
gptkb:Operation_Instant_Thunder
over 29,000 sorties over 88,500 sorties |
| gptkbp:related_to |
gptkb:Operation_Iraqi_Freedom
gptkb:Operation_Desert_Shield |
| gptkbp:resolution |
gptkb:UN_Security_Council_Resolution_678
|
| gptkbp:result |
Kuwait liberated
liberation of Kuwait |
| gptkbp:resulted_in |
Kuwait's liberation
end of Iraqi occupation of Kuwait |
| gptkbp:significance |
First major conflict after the Cold War
demonstrated effectiveness of air power first major conflict after the Cold War set precedent for future military interventions demonstrated effectiveness of coalition warfare demonstrated military technology highlighted the role of media in warfare |
| gptkbp:significant_event |
gptkb:campaign
gptkb:Operation_Sabre gptkb:Battle_of_Khafji gptkb:Battle_of_Medina_Ridge gptkb:Battle_of_the_Kuwait_International_Airport gptkb:Battle_of_the_Rumaila_Oil_Fields gptkb:Operation_Provide_Comfort gptkb:Battle_of_73_Easting gptkb:Highway_of_Death gptkb:Battle_of_Kuwait_City ground assault Battle of Al Busayyah ground offensive Scud missile attacks air campaign against Iraq |
| gptkbp:start_date |
1991-01-17
January 17, 1991 |
| gptkbp:started_in |
January 17, 1991
|
| gptkbp:strategic_goals |
Iraqi withdrawal from Kuwait
destroy Iraqi military capabilities U. S. military dominance in the region containment of Iraq |
| gptkbp:strategy |
air superiority
|
| gptkbp:strength |
approximately 700,000
|
| gptkbp:succeeded_by |
gptkb:Operation_Iraqi_Freedom
gptkb:Operation_Southern_Watch |
| gptkbp:success |
gptkb:Kuwait_liberation
gptkb:Yes yes Kuwait was liberated |
| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:Operation_Iraqi_Freedom
gptkb:Operation_Southern_Watch |
| gptkbp:support |
high
high approval ratings high public support high public support in the U. S. high public support in the US High in the U. S. high approval ratings in the US |
| gptkbp:theater |
gptkb:Middle_East
gptkb:Gulf_War |
| gptkbp:training |
Joint military exercises
|
| gptkbp:type |
gptkb:campaign
offensive operation Air campaign Ground offensive ground offensive ground campaign |
| gptkbp:unresolution |
gptkb:UN_Security_Council_Resolution_687
gptkb:UN_Security_Council_Resolution_678 gptkb:UNSCR_687 Imposed on Iraq |
| gptkbp:uses_technology |
gptkb:Tomahawk_cruise_missiles
gptkb:stealth_technology GPS navigation Stealth technology satellite communications precision-guided munitions satellite communication Stealth aircraft Precision-guided munitions precision bombing |
| gptkbp:veterans |
gptkb:Gulf_War_veterans
gptkb:Operation_Desert_Storm_veterans |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Battle_of_the_Gulf_of_Sidra
gptkb:The_United_States_Department_of_Defense gptkb:The_National_Memorial_for_the_Gulf_War gptkb:United_States_Air_Force gptkb:George_H._W._Bush gptkb:The_Department_of_Defense gptkb:Colin_Powell gptkb:The_National_Memorial_for_the_Persian_Gulf_War |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
|