Desert Storm - The Ground War, Day 3 - The Great Tank Battle of 73 Easting - Animated

Summary by Krater

An tactical breakdown of the Battle of 73 Easting during the Gulf War, detailing the movements and engagements of VII Corps against Iraqi Republican Guard units.

From the video

Answers: How did the Battle of 73 Easting unfold during the Gulf War?

• Battle of 73 Easting
• Gulf War military strategy
• VII Corps armored advance
• Iraqi Republican Guard defense

What it concludes

• Eagle Troop destroyed an entire Iraqi Republican Guard battalion without losing a single vehicle or weapon system.
• American gunnery and firepower proved superior, heavily aided by infrared optics during the sandstorms.
• The Second Armored Cavalry Regiment destroyed 159 enemy tanks and 260 armored vehicles during the engagement.