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Operation Praying Mantis

1988 • Persischer Golf Seekrieg

Historical Overview

US retaliatory strike against the Iranian Navy.

Quick Facts

Outcome:US victory.

US Navy / Merchant

  • Commander: Anthony Less
  • Strength: 1 Trägergruppe
  • Casualties: 2 (Unfall)

Iran (Navy)

  • Commander: Abbas Mohtaj
  • Strength: ca. 6 Schiffe
  • Casualties: ca. 56

Strategic Context

Securing international shipping lanes (Tanker War).

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