U.S. Military in the Persian Gulf

Secretary Cohen and General Shelton briefed reporters on U.S. military forces available in the Persian Gulf and the president’s announcement… read more

Secretary Cohen and General Shelton briefed reporters on U.S. military forces available in the Persian Gulf and the president’s announcement earlier today that he was sending the USS George Washington and some support ships to increase U.S. military presence in the area. They stressed they hoped for a diplomatic resolution to the standoff, but that the military will continue to prepare for a military response should the president order one. close

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Program ID:
95222-1
Category:
News Conference
Format:
News Conference
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Nov 14, 1997 | 3:57pm EST | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Nov 15, 1997 | 12:56am EST | C-SPAN 1

Airing Details

  • Nov 14, 1997 | 3:57pm EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Nov 14, 1997 | 9:30pm EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Nov 15, 1997 | 12:56am EST | C-SPAN 1
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