Desert Storm vs Desert Disaster: Examination of the Culminating Point
Abstract
This paper examines the factors which diminished combat power in Operation Desert Storm. It identifies US vital interest and objectives while outlining the significant events leading to the ground offensive. The theater campaign plan is discussed in general terms. The impact of logistics and the strain of combat are examined for the operational level culminating point. At the strategic level, the paper examines the impact of terrain, casualties, and allied support against a possible continuation of the ground offensive National objectives, Theater concept, Culminating point
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 17, 1993
- Accession Number
- ADA266870
Entities
People
- Beaufort C. Hallman Jr.
Organizations
- Naval War College