In response to aggressive Iraqi troop movements south towards Kuwait, the George Washington Battle Group transited the Suez Canal at maximum speed. Persian Gulf Operations Vigilant and Southern Watch were resumed on 15 October 1994.
In response to aggressive Iraqi troop movements toward Kuwait, the George Washington Battle Group swiftly passed through the Suez Canal at its highest speed. Persian Gulf Operations Vigilant and Southern Watch resumed on October 15, 1994.