On January 16, 1991, President George H. W. Bush announced the start of what would be called Operation Desert Storm. Popularly known as the first Gulf War, the initial conflict to expel Iraqi troops from Kuwait began with an aerial and naval bombardment on January 17,1991, continuing for five weeks. This was followed by a ground assault on February 24. Operation Desert Storm was a decisive victory for the U.S. / Allied Coalition forces. This year Zippo honors the fallen soldiers and sailors on the 75th anniversary of that attack. The Zippo windproof lighter has served with the U.S. Armed Forces in every military conflict since World War II. Comes packaged in an environmentally friendly gift box. For optimal performance, use with Zippo premium lighter fluid.