Question

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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 timeline outlining each of the wars most important battles
b. a recorded conversation between iraqs generals the day before the invasion
c. an american documentary celebrating kuwaits history and culture
d. a newspaper article condemning the invasion as violating international law

Explanation:

A recorded conversation between Iraq's generals the day before the invasion would likely contain insights into their thinking, plans, and the immediate - context leading to the invasion, which helps understand the causes. A timeline of battles focuses on the war's progression, not causes. A documentary on Kuwait's history and culture and a newspaper article condemning the invasion do not directly address the causes of Iraq's action.

Answer:

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