Second Gulf War Flashcard

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What was the date of the complete withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq?

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December 18, 2011

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What was one of the alleged reasons for Iraq's possession of WMDs?

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To spread democracy

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What was a concern related to Iraq that justified actions against it?

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Human rights violations

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Why was the Second Gulf War controversial?

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Disputed claims of weapons of mass destruction

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When was Saddam Hussein captured?

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December 13, 2003

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What does WMD stand for?

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Weapons of Mass Destruction

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What was the main goal of the Second Gulf War?

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To remove Saddam Hussein from power and eliminate the threat of WMDs.

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What international organization was involved in the Second Gulf War?

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The United Nations (UN)

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What was the impact of the Second Gulf War on Iraq's economy?

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Severe economic instability and destruction of infrastructure.

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What was one of the main criticisms of the Second Gulf War?

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Lack of clear evidence for WMDs.