Far-Flung Feint
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An LCAC (Landing Craft, Air Cushion) is deployed from USS Gunston Hall in the northern Gulf two days before the ground war begins. The LCAC’s were part of a massive deception operation, but were prepared to actually assault Falaga Island until two warships hit Iraqi mines.
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Wars & Conflicts
- Persian Gulf War 1990-1991
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