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Battle of Medina Ridge

1991 • Basra
M1A1 Abrams main battle tanks of the 3rd Armored Division move out on a mission during Operation Desert Storm. An M2/M3 Bradley can be seen in background.

M1A1 Abrams main battle tanks of the 3rd Armored Division move out on a mission during Operation Desert Storm. An M2/M3 Bradley can be seen in background.

Author: PHC D. W. HOLMES II, US NavyLicense:PD
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Historical Overview

The Battle of Medina Ridge was a tank battle fought on February 27, 1991, during the Gulf War, between the U.S. 1st Armored Division and the 2nd Brigade of the Iraqi Republican Guard's Medina Luminous Division outside Basra, Iraq. The U.S. 3rd Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division, another major contributor, led the attack. Iraq's Motorized Division also participated. Medina Ridge is the name American troops gave to an approximately seven miles (11 km) long low rise.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Coalition victory.

US Marines

  • Commander: Ronald Griffith
  • Strength: 3.000 Fahrzeuge
  • Casualties: 1

Iraq (Rep. Guard)

  • Commander: -
  • Strength: 1 Division
  • Casualties: ca. 1.000

Strategic Context

Destruction of the "Medina" armored division.

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