“Halt, or I’ll Shoot”—an Army Veteran Reflects on Operation Desert Storm
Thirty years ago, Operation Desert Storm began. The so-called 100-hour war went rather quickly and smoothly. But the memories never ended.
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DonateDave Boe retired from the military in 2006 after 20 years as an air defense crewman, fuel supply specialist, and public affairs specialist in the Army, Army Reserves, and Air National Guard. He lives in Duluth, Minnesota, and is a communications professional.
Thirty years ago, Operation Desert Storm began. The so-called 100-hour war went rather quickly and smoothly. But the memories never ended.
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