British Forces in Kuwait

British Forces in Kuwait Stock Photo

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PA Images / Alamy Stock Photo

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G68M5P

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7.5 MB (465.3 KB Compressed download)

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2000 x 1303 px | 33.9 x 22.1 cm | 13.3 x 8.7 inches | 150dpi

Date taken:

18 March 2003

Location:

Kuwait

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This image could have imperfections as it’s either historical or reportage.

Soldiers from the Queen's Dragoon Guards 3 Commando (l-r) Sergeant Adrian Smith, Martin Skinner, Chris Glover and David Blackburn of Support Group sit aboard their Spartan armoured vehicle in northern Kuwait. * They could be in action within days following US President Bush's deadline to President Saddam to leave Iraq within 48 hours.

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