Operation Desert Shield

What was Operation Desert Shield?

Operation Desert Shield was the name given to the period in which the international community prepared to liberate Kuwait.

How did the Allies prepare in Operation Desert Shield?

During Operation Desert Shield, the international community prepared for war by:

• ❖ Building up forces in Saudi Arabia.
• ❖ Issuing UN economic sanctions.
• ❖ Issuing the ultimatum and deadline.