Gulf War United States Air Force

The 1990-91 Gulf War, known as Operation Desert Storm, was considered one of the greatest military deployments and victories since World War II. More than 680,000 coalition troops fought in the operation, and the United States Air Force played a significant role by carrying out countless offensive, air assault, and reconnaissance missions with minimal losses. The 926th Tactical Fighter Group flew A-10 Thunderbolt II fighter aircraft in 900 combat missions. Based at the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans, the 926th TFG was south Louisiana's only Air Force Reserve unit and the only fighter unit to be called up for active duty in Operation Desert Storm, and active duty in any situation. More than 500 men and women of the 926th TFG took part in this historic call-up of Reserve forces and played a pivotal role in destroying Iraqi Scud missile launchers, artillery batteries, armored vehicles and tanks, bunkers, and command centers.

Kenner, Louisiana · United States