The correct spelling of the term "Operation Desert Storm" is [ɑp.əˈreɪ.ʃən ˈdɛz.ərt stɔrm]. The word "operation" is spelled with the letter "o" and "a" pronounced as [ɑ], followed by the letter "e" pronounced as [ə]. "Desert" is spelled with the letter "s" pronounced as [z], and "storm" is pronounced with the letter "o" pronounced as [ɔ]. This was the code name for the United States-led military operation that took place from January to February 1991 during the Gulf War.
Operation Desert Storm refers to the military campaign led by the United States and its coalition forces against Iraq in 1991. The operation was launched in response to Iraq's invasion and occupation of Kuwait under the leadership of Saddam Hussein. Desert Storm was aimed at liberating Kuwait and neutralizing the threat posed by Iraq in the region.
The military operation began on January 17, 1991, with a massive aerial bombardment conducted by the coalition forces. The air campaign, which lasted for several weeks, targeted Iraqi military installations, communication systems, and strategic infrastructure. It focused on achieving air superiority and weakening Iraq's defensive capabilities.
After the extensive aerial attacks, the ground phase of Operation Desert Storm commenced on February 24, 1991. Coalition forces launched a swift and highly organized land offensive, deploying ground troops, armored vehicles, and artillery to liberate Kuwait. The ground assault resulted in a decisive victory for the coalition forces, pushing back the heavily outnumbered Iraqi military and expelling them from Kuwait.
Operation Desert Storm marked a significant turning point in modern warfare, showcasing the effectiveness of combined arms operations with the integration of air power, ground forces, and logistics. The operation resulted in the successful restoration of Kuwaiti sovereignty and the containment of the Iraqi threat in the region. It exemplified the capability of an international coalition and set a precedent for future military engagements with shared objectives.