A One Day War with Iran - Operation Praying Mantis, 1988 - Animated
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Conflict of Nations is a free online strategy game where players engage in modern global conflicts, leading their nations with cutting-edge weapons against real players. The USS Samuel B Roberts encounters magnetic mines during the Iran-Iraq War, leading to Operation Praying Mantis authorized by President Ronald Reagan, resulting in significant damage to the Iranian navy and de-escalation of hostilities in the Persian Gulf.
Insights
- Operation Praying Mantis, authorized by US President Ronald Reagan, involved different Surface Action Groups (SAGs) targeting key Iranian military installations and vessels, resulting in the destruction of oil platforms and warships, ultimately de-escalating the conflict in the Persian Gulf.
- The American offensive against the Iranian navy during Operation Praying Mantis led to significant damage, sinking multiple Iranian vessels using a combination of missiles and bombs, effectively neutralizing nearly half of Iran's navy in a one-day naval conflict with minimal American casualties.
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Recent questions
What is Conflict of Nations?
A free online strategy game involving global conflicts.
What was Operation Praying Mantis?
A retaliatory strike against Iran authorized by President Reagan.
What happened during Sag Bravo's mission?
Destroyed the Sasan oil platform in the Persian Gulf.
How did Sag Charlie contribute to Operation Praying Mantis?
Destroyed the Siri oil platform and engaged in a ground assault.
What was the outcome of the American offensive operations against the Iranian navy?
Significant damage and destruction, leading to the end of major hostilities.
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