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Battle of Umm Qasr
2003 • Basra Amphib. Op.
Historical Overview
First major ground assault to secure the only deep-water port.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Coalition victory.
Coalition Forces
- Commander: James Dutton
- Strength: 2000
- Casualties: gering
Iraq
- Commander: unbekannt
- Strength: 1000
- Casualties: moderat
Strategic Context
Securing logistics for the invasion.
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