Official White House press release, three pages, 8.5 x 14, January 16, 1991, signed in black felt tip by George Bush and General Norman Schwarzkopf (commander of coalition forces). The press release announces the start of Operation Desert Storm, beginning: "Just two hours ago, allied air forces began an attack on military targets in Iraq and Kuwait. These attacks continue as I speak. Ground forces are not engaged. This conflict started August 2nd when the dictator of Iraq invaded a small and helpless neighbor. Kuwait—a member of the Arab League and a member of the United Nations—was crushed; its people brutalized. Five months ago, Saddam Hussein started this cruel war against Kuwait. Tonight, the battle has been joined." In fine condition.
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