Desert Shield and Strategic Sealift

Authors

Andrew E. Gibson
Jacob L. Shuford, U.S. Navy

Number

3

Abstract

When Iraqi tanks crossed the border of Kuwait, the United States crossed the threshold of a new military strategy-from one of reliance on forward-deployed garrison forces to one of increased emphasis on responsiveness.

Recommended Citation

Gibson, Andrew E. and Shuford, Jacob L. (1991) "Desert Shield and Strategic Sealift," Naval War College Review: Vol. 44: No. 2, Article 3.
Available at: https://digital-commons.usnwc.edu/nwc-review/vol44/iss2/3