Thunder in the Desert

James Blackwell became a familiar and trusted figure worldwide during the Gulf War as he gave his authoritative analysis of military tactics and events for CNN. Blackwell provides the first real history of the conflict's military aspects. From the dangerous early days when the Iraqis could have swept Allied forces into the sea to the war of supplies and logistics, from the commando raids to special "psyops", and from the "Hail Mary" tank race to the Marine landing feint, Thunder in the Desert covers all in accessible, authoritative fashion.--From publisher description.