Abstract In the paper, the author examines the similarities and differences between the US invasion of Panama (Just Cause) in 1989 and the US led war against Iraq (DesertStorm) in 1991.The writer contends that whilst both the operations had as their aim the toppling of a totalitarian regime, they differed in a number of aspects. In the course of the paper, the writer examines the military preparedness of US forces in Operation Just Cause and Operation DesertStorm, The root factors affecting the U.S. military readiness to perform its primary function during initial stages of the conflicts, and whether or not the U.S. military has overcome the fundamental obstacle to achieving force readiness prior to the commencement of combat operations.
Outline:
Introduction
Military Preparedness in Operation Just Cause and Operation DesertStorm Root Factors Affecting U.S. Military Readiness to Perform its Primary Function During Initial Stages of the Conflicts
Whether Or Not The U.S. Military Has Overcome The Fundamental Obstacle To Achieving Force Readiness Prior To The Commencement Of Combat Operations
References
From the Paper "We must also bear in mind that the operation was in collation with the armies of the other countries that also participated and was largely a combined effort. In contrast the operation at Panama - Just Cause was an all American Affair. Operation Just Cause demonstrated that the capabilities of the army were enhanced with training and coordination. The control structures and the training of personnel were proved to be flawless. However the planning and conflict strategy still needed refinement. The engagement was without use of very sensitive weapons and missiles and was an operation largely dependent on the maneuverability of the personnel. It was conducted by the US without any coalition presence all by its own resources. (Special Operations Association, 2005)"
Tags: iraq kuwait panama noriega, persian gulf, baghdad jordan army, air force, military invasion dictator, saddam hussein, terrorist
Abstract This paper takes a look at the role of Saudi Arabia in Operation DesertStorm. According to the paper, the Saudi royal family was harshly criticized as being a traitor to Muslim countries and Muslim values, for the role it played in the Gulf War. The paper goes on to discuss how, due to the fact that Saudi Arabia is home to some of Islam's most sacred shrines, the royal family's acceptance of US military troops on Saudi territory was not regarded well by Islamic communities.
From the Paper "Agreeing to become the ally of US and the coalition forces during the Gulf War was seen by extremist movements and Islamic opponents of the Saudi royal family as an act of betrayal of Islamic values. Perhaps if the terrorist cells that later terrorized the world were not belonging to Saudi Arabia and were not operating from its territory, Saudi involvement in the war wouldn't have been seen as an act of betrayal. But since this was not the case, the royal family was regarded as fraternizing with the enemy of these terrorist groups and so, the position against the royal family was strong and firm."
Abstract This paper discusses the factors that influenced the United States to become involved in Operation DesertStorm. The paper describes issues of international law, the US' dependency on oil, regional alliances and the need to satisfy an issue of prestige. It then discusses how all of these reasons contributed to the US involvement in the military operations involving Kuwait.
From the Paper "Aside from the geostrategic, political or economic reasons that would have completely justified the intervention of the American forces against Saddam, there was also a matter of prestige for the newly crowned leader of the free world. The US had now become the only super power, thus defeating its fifty-year foe, the USSR. Even if the actual confirmation would come late in 1992, the Cold War had ended with the victory of capitalism over communism, democracy over authoritarianism, the US over the USSR. Still, this state of fact had to be visible to the international community as well. Thus, a strong military deployment of forces in the name of a just cause, that of defending another state, was the ultimate proof of the power the US enjoyed following demise of the Soviet Union."
Abstract This paper discusses how, as a nation founded on freedom, most Americans understand the concept of fighting a war in the name of peace and how another reason for war is that of national defense. It looks at how two very good examples of why we fight can be seen in DesertStorm and the Vietnam War. It shows how the war in Vietnam resulted in low morale among soldiers and American citizens alike, placing fear and doubt on reasons to engage in another country's war. DesertStorm, on the other hand, was a success with very few casualties and, therefore, raised confidence in the American military.
From the Paper "On the other hand, by observing the outcome of Desert Storm, we can clearly see that the war is a good example in an attempt to explain why men fight for their country. In mid-January, 1991, Desert Storm was launched to defend Kuwait against the aggression of Iraq, who was under the authority of Saddam Hussein at that time. Saddam Hussein had simply moved into Kuwait and declared Kuwait a "new Iraqi province" (Gale Group). President Bush was completely aware that resentment of the Vietnam War that still exists in America and even told the public in his address to the nation on the night that bombing began that "this will not be another Vietnam . . . Our troops will have the best possible support in the entire world, and they will not be asked to fight with one hand tied behind their back" (Gale Group). For all intents and purposes, that statement was a strategic move for Bush, for he was trying to quell fears as well as build confidence in the military."
Abstract This paper provides some background information on the days leading up to the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait, the diplomatic measures that failed to prevent the invasion, and the successful U.S. military operation, Operation DesertStorm, that ended the crisis and restored Kuwait.
From the Paper "On August 2,1990 Iraq invaded Kuwait. The invasion lasted a few days and on August 8th Iraq announced that Kuwait was its nineteenth province. The same day the invasion began, the United Nations denounced the attack and passed Resolution 660, which condemned the Iraqi invasion and called for immediate and unconditional withdrawal from Kuwait. The United States began mobilizing its military on August 7th."
Abstract The paper discusses how George H. W. Bush's position as director of the CIA greatly impacted his subsequent foreign policy decisions as President of the United States. The paper shows how this experience in the intelligence community enabled him to lead the United States to an impressive victory in DesertStorm and preside over the fall of communism in Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union.
Outline:
Introduction
Hypothesis
George H. W. Bush as CIA Director
George H. W. Bush as President
Conclusion
From the Paper "Unlike many other presidents who failed to adequately understand and appreciate the vital importance of the intelligence community, George H. W. Bush had the highest regard for its fundamental contributions, prioritized intelligence gathering and analysis, and made his foreign policy decisions in strict accordance with intelligence community data and analysis. His firsthand experience with intelligence issues as Director of the CIA enabled him to serve with great distinction and effectiveness as President of the United States, and empowered him to overcome the challenges imposed by Iraqi aggression in the Middle East and the chaotic collapse of the Soviet Union."
Tags: foreign, policy, Desert, Storm, Saddam, Hussein, Soviet, Union
Abstract This paper addresses some of the issues that led up to DesertStorm, and delves into the Gulf crisis from an historical and political point of view - and from the perspective of the United States (including those of George Herbert Walker Bush and George W. Bush).
Outline:
A Brief Look at the Late Dictator
Why Hussein went into Kuwait
Powell Assertion Number One
Powell Assertion Number Two
Powell Assertion Number Three
Powell Assertion Number Four
Powell Assertion Number Five
From the Paper "During the last two decades or so of Saddam's life, he was known as "the madman of the Middle East" in some Western circles, but journalist Jerrold M. Post, writing in the journal Political Psychology, asserts that there is "no evidence that he [was] suffering from a psychotic disorder." That having been said, Post added that while Hussein was "psychologically in touch with reality," he was frequently politically "out of touch with reality" (Post 284) and had a worldview that was "narrow and distorted." Moreover, he was a "ruthless political calculator" who went to "whatever lengths are necessary to achieve his goals.
"Post explains that the crisis created when Saddam's armies invaded Kuwait provided him with "the opportunity to defy the hated outsiders, a strong value in his Ba'th ideology" (Post 286). Saddam enjoyed casting the conflict as a "struggle between two gladiators," Post wrote; those two were "Saddam Hussein vs. George Bush."
Abstract The "Perfect Storm" has been recommended almost universally, by reviewers as both a factually accurate description of the great 1991 storm, and exciting to read as a novel. This brief review will recommend the book as a "means of providing background information on storm systems" to students of environmental science.
Abstract This paper looks at Kate Chopin's short story "The Storm". and how the major theme is of the sexual oppression of women. It analyzes Chopin's theory that marriage is repressive and confining for women and looks at the ideas of Simone de Beauvoir regarding woman as the "other," gender roles.
From the Paper "In Kate Chopin's short story "The Storm" the major character Calixta commits adultery, but instead of feeling guilty over an act considered a sin in her time she feels liberated. In effect Chopin is saying that in this case the female following through on her ..."
Abstract This paper discusses the application of Freytag's Pyramid to 'The Storm' by Kate Chopin, reflecting the exposition rising action, conflict climax, falling action and the final epiphany in regards to sexuality in the Victorian era. The paper reports how Calixta and Alcee defy the patriarchal standards of the times through their infidelity. Although one might suppose they feel guilty for their actions, they rise above the limitations of their social status and liberate themselves from the hypocrisy of marriage in late 19th century England.
From the Paper "In this literary study the short story "The Storm" by Kate Chopin will be processed through Freytag's pyramid analysis. By revealing the exposition, the rising action, the conflict, and the final epiphany of sexual tension between Calixta and Alcee, one can see the structure of this story revealed. In essence, this study will use Freytag's pyramid to decipher Chopin's plot development and the characters that reside within this tale. The theme of sexuality and desire in Kate Chopin's short story "The Storm" is important when using Freytag's pyramid within the severely moral Victorian Era. Calixta, the main female heroine of the story, is married to Bobinot. "
Abstract In this article, the writer examines the Gobi Desert, which is one of the most striking natural phenomena in the world. The writer explains that it is the world's northernmost desert and home to the world's southernmost glacier in the Gobi's Yol Valley. The writer points out that the Gobi Desert is situated across the border between Mongolia and China. The writer notes that despite the general conception of a desert as full of sand, much of the Gobi desert is only barren rock. The writer concludes that as students we can look to the Gobi Desert as a unique source of knowledge about geography in one of the most extreme environments in the world. The writer notes that the Gobi Desert can provide the thoughtful researcher with a wealth of information about how landscapes are shaped and manipulated by almost purely natural forces.
From the Paper "Many of the geographical features of the Gobi Desert were formed because of the effects of plate tectonics over millions of years. At one time, the Gobi Desert region was at the convergence of two tectonic plates, a fact that helped shape the unique geographic features of the region. More recently in geological terms, the Gobi Desert region has felt the effect of the Indian subcontinent tectonic plate moving northward into Asia. While this movement has had the immediate effect of driving the Himalayas upward, the pressure of this convergence has consistently spilled to the east and west. It has fractured the Gobi landscape and helped drive much of the region up into higher elevations. When we consider the major geologic and geographic features of the region, plate tectonics must be seen as a primary cause in their formation."
Abstract This paper examines how environmentalist and desert-lover, Edward Abbey in his essay "The Great American Desert" warns readers about the perilous dangers of the American deserts while simultaneously stirring curiosity about these fascinating ecosystems. The paper looks at how Abbey both invites and dissuades his readers from visiting the deserts of North America through the use of humor and sarcasm. It also shows how he is rhetorically successful in arguing that the open spaces of the undeveloped deserts are sacred places in need of respect and protection through his clever use of pathos and logos.
From the Paper "The main strategy that appears in this article is an appeal to the reader's logic. Abbey presents examples of the dangers of the desert from the sun to the wildlife, in order to discourage visitors to visit his desert and in a way protect it from them. Another strategy that Abbey almost reluctantly resorts to in order to convince the reader to protect the desert is to explain how one should go about visiting the desert if for some reason they do decide to visit. This is a strategy of acknowledging the opposition that still desires to visit the desert. He starts by bringing in more examples from personal experience. This time he brings in the examples of two friends, John Du Pay wearing only "J.C. Penny high-tops on his feet and a plastic pack on his back" and Douglas Peacock carrying "a ninety-pound canvas pannier on his back". "
Abstract This paper examines how Galveston City was devastated by one of the worst ever storms to strike America on September 8, 1900 claiming the lives of more than 8000 people and the total destruction of properties. It looks at how in the book ?Isaac's Storm,? Erik Larson describes how Isaac Monroe Cline, a chief staff of the American meteorological department studied the progress of this devastating storm and how it had a destructive effect on the business climate of this once commercially vibrant city. It analyzes the effects the storm had on the development of the city as well its economy and industry.
Outline
Galveston City (Before the Storm)
Impact of Hurricane
Insurance Sector
The Current Economic Situation
Tourism
The Galveston Port
Conclusion
From the Paper "The impact of the hurricane on the corporate sector was not the least in any way. The Galveston economy was never fully restored or recovered from the terrible disaster. Galveston, which so far surpassed Houston in attracting business investors, suffered a big loss of confidence on the part of the investors. Oil business flourished in neighboring Houston and this lured the international business community away from Galveston. Furthermore the city which was serving as one of the busiest trading ports in the whole of the United States was experiencing a virtual trading dead lock. Galveston, which was a leading port in cotton exports, suffered a severe loss in that sector also. The greatly successful cotton trade was drastically affected because of the total ruin of the Galveston port. The city lost its position as the leading cotton trader in the country and this affected its economy in a big way."
Abstract The paper describes the different weather patterns focusing on storms. The paper deals with small-scale weather patterns, the causes of storms and the nine different types of storms. The paper concludes with a discussion on predicting storms.
From the Paper "The primary weather producers in the middle latitudes are large centers of low pressure that generally move from west to east, called middle-latitude cyclones. Middle-latitude cyclones begin along a front where air masses are moving in opposite directions. The frontal surface usually takes on a wave shape, which becomes more defined as the cyclone matures, and a cold and a warm front evolve."
Abstract This paper reviews the novel "The Perfect Storm" by Sebastian Junger in about the loss of the boat Andrea Gail with all hands. It examines how the author lays down facts surrounding its disappearance and then increases the reader's understanding of what may have happened with accounts of the experiences of those who survived the October storm and other similar ones. It also looks at how he offers a layman-friendly explanation of scientific phenomena and describes not only the creation of storms, the nature of the Atlantic fishing industry and the mechanics of drowning, but also the physics of wave action and the behavior of vessels under storm conditions. By educating the reader, he makes the loss of the boat and the series of events that led to its disappearance seem suspenseful, a challenge in a book with a fore-gone conclusion.
From the Paper "The consequence of such enormous height is that the wave will become unstable and break when the ratio of wave height divided by wave length is larger than or equal to one divided by seven. When the period between waves is also abbreviated, as it was in the high-velocity winds that battered the Andrea Gail, the chance of the waves? breaking is also increased. To make matters worse, the higher the wave, the greater the extent of its angled face; a 45-foot wave might have a 60 to 70-foot face, but a 70-foot wave has an angled face of 100 feet or more. (Junger, page 115) With a short period between waves, a boat the size of the Andrea Gail would be unlikely to be able to get up the 100-foot face before the crest broke on her."
