Question

in 1990, the middle eastern country of iraq invaded its smaller neighbor, kuwait. in response, an international coalition of forces led by the united states attacked iraq. the resulting gulf war lasted several months and ended with the defeat of iraq, which withdrew its forces from kuwait. a historian wants to better understand the causes and historical context of iraqs invasion of kuwait. which of these sources would be most helpful to him? a. a recorded conversation between iraqs generals the day before the invasion b. a newspaper article condemning the invasion as violating international law c. a timeline outlining each of the wars most important battles d. an american documentary celebrating kuwaits history and culture

Explanation:

A recorded conversation between Iraq's generals the day before the invasion (Option A) would provide direct insights into the military and strategic thinking (causes) at the time of the invasion. A newspaper article (Option B) focuses on condemnation (not causes/context). A timeline of battles (Option C) is about the war's progression, not the invasion's causes. An American documentary on Kuwait's history (Option D) is more about Kuwait, not the invasion's causes/context.

Answer:

A. A recorded conversation between Iraq’s generals the day before the invasion