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U S builds regional terror strike force for war on terrorism
The United States mobilizes air power and reserves for a global fight against terrorism. Defense officials say the campaign will be long and encompass economic, diplomatic, and political options alongside military action. About 5,131 Air Force Guard and Reserve members were activated, with aircraft deployed to the Persian Gulf and a plan to call up about 35,500 reservists. The Air Force will stage 100 to 130 planes and establish an air bridge for refueling fighters and bombers. The Army maintains a Kuwait presence and readies additional troops. the Fort Bragg based command signals deployment orders for specialized units including Rangers and Special Forces.
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Washington
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Persian Gulf
Bush
Air Force
Army
Defense
Donald Rumsfeld
Gulf
U.S
Korea
Vietnam
Kosovo
Bosnia
Rumsfeld
Pentagon
Air Force National Guard
Air Force Reserve
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District of Columbia
Barksdale Air Force Base
Robins Air Force Base
U.S. Continental Air Defenses
Gulf Region
Atlantic
Saudi Arabia
Kuwait
Army Special Operations Command
Fort Bragg
N.C
75Th Ranger Regiment
160Th Special Operations Aviation