Conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq Flashcards
1
Q
Which country invaded Kuwait in 1990?
A
Iraq
2
Q
Which country did Iraq invade in 1990?
A
Kuwait
3
Q
What year did Iraq invade Kuwait?
A
1990
4
Q
True or False: Britain was not part of the coalition that liberated Kuwait?
A
False - Britain played a leading role in coalition forces involved in the liberation of Kuwait
5
Q
What have British forces been engaged in the global fight against since 2000?
A
International terrorism
The proliferation of weapons of mass destruction
6
Q
True or False: British armed forces have had military operations in Afghanistan since 2000
A
True
7
Q
What year did British combat troops leave Iraq?
A
2009
8
Q
What does ISAF stand for?
A
International
Security
Assistance
Force
