Operation Iraqi Freedom begins (2003)

When
19 Mar 2021

ON THIS DATE IN AIRBORNE HISTORY: 20 MAR 2003

The Iraq War began on 20 March 2003 (19 March U.S. time), when the U.S., joined by the U.K. and several coalition allies, launched a "shock and awe" bombing campaign. Iraqi forces were quickly overwhelmed as coalition forces swept through the country.

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