Norman Schwarzkopf in Kuwait, Highway of Death destruction and burning oil wells
This unedited footage documents Kuwait following the 1991 coalition campaign that ended the Iraqi occupation. It follows General Norman Schwarzkopf during official appearances and inspections, records widespread wartime destruction, and shows Kuwaiti civilians and American forces entering Kuwait City.
Scenes include: General Norman Schwarzkopf and his security team outside the U.S. Embassy; Schwarzkopf, Ambassador Edward Gnehm and Major General Jaber Al-Khaled Al-Jaber Al-Sabah at a beach press conference; the generals collecting sand and posing with Kuwaiti flags; Schwarzkopf answering questions about Iraqi casualties; damaged Kuwait City buildings and an Iraqi torture room; Schwarzkopf meeting Crown Prince Sa’ad Al-Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah; ground and aerial views of the Highway of Death and Al Mutla Pass; Schwarzkopf boarding a helicopter and a USAF C-20; Kuwaiti civilians welcoming American forces; destroyed Iraqi equipment and dead soldiers; and oil wells burning beneath heavy black smoke.
This 27:53 title is available as a ProRes 422 digital master for documentary, editorial, educational and research use.
Specifications: ProRes 422, 720×480p, 29.97fps
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