Desert Shield troop buildup reshapes Middle East crisis
U S officials discuss large scale deployment to Saudi Arabia to deter Iraqi invasion. Sources cite potential insertion of up to 200 000 to 250 040 ground forces over 60 days with troops from Colorado Kansas Texas Georgia Kentucky and North Carolina. Secretary Baker urges UN enforcement as NATO allies pledge support. U N Security Council votes 15 0 to nullify Iraq annexation of Kuwait.
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Flying General Named To Lead Desert Shield Effort
Air Force Lt. Gen. Charles A. Horner, Vietnam combat ace and Davenport Iowa native, is assigned to head U S efforts to bolster Saudi defenses. He will serve as forward commander overseeing Desert Shield on the ground in the region as Iraq tensions rise.
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