Battle Alert In The Gulf
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"NOVA" goes behind the scenes to report on a U.S. Navy battle group (aircraft carrier surrounded by submarines, cruisers, and destroyers) on alert in the Persian Gulf as American military forces prepare to retaliate against Iraq for violation of United Nations sanctions. "NOVA" attempts to answer the question: Is the battle group the right force for the job?
Media Details
Runtime: 57 minutes 6 seconds
- Topic: Geography, History
- Subtopic: Middle East, U.S. History - 1946-1999, World History - 1946-1999
- Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
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- Release Year: 1999
- Producer/Distributor: WGBH
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