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Legacy of Desert Mobility in the US Army
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The US Army's history of desert mobility dates back to WWII and was revived during the first Gulf War, when the legacy piece was developed. It involves storing supplies outside of the city and on the move, which can lead to logistical challenges like a shortage of bathrooms.
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In the first Gulf War, a unit was formed to hunt scuds in the western desert of Iraq to get rid of the threat and Saddam's ability to influence things outside of the country.
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Gulf War
Summary
In the first Gulf War, a unit was formed to hunt scuds in the western desert of Iraq to get rid of the threat and Saddam's ability to influence things outside of the country. They also had to ensure that supplies were stored outside of the city of Baghdad and Tikrit.