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Question 32 • US History Studies Since 1877

How did President Bush’s response to the conflict between Iraq and Kuwait contrast with President Clinton’s response to the conflict in Bosnia?

Answer

President Bush negotiated with Iraq before declaring war, while Clinton invaded Bosnia and then negotiated peace.

President Bush sent a smaller force of troops, while Clinton sent hundreds of thousands to invade.

President Bush contributed to lasting peace in Iraq, while Clinton faced increased fighting in Bosnia.

President Bush sent a massive invasion force, while Clinton sent many troops as peacekeepers.

Explanation

President George H. W. Bush assembled a large combat force for the Gulf War to drive Iraqi troops out of Kuwait. President Bill Clinton sent U.S. troops to Bosnia mainly as peacekeepers after a peace agreement was reached, rather than to launch an invasion. Thus, Bush’s response emphasized a major military campaign, while Clinton’s emphasized peacekeeping.

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