History of Iraq: Early & Modern History, Leaders & Wars
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Date: 2019-11-24

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In this history of Iraq video, we'll explore the early and modern history of Iraq, from the leadership of Saddam Hussein to the recent conflicts. We'll hear from Barbara Njau, an expert on Iraqi history, as she tells the story of Iraq from its origins to the present day.

If you're interested in learning about the history of Iraq, this video is a great starting point. We'll cover the early history of Iraq, the Saddam Hussein era, and the wars that have happened in Iraq in recent years. Here is a concise summary on all you need to know about Iraq's history. 
This video will cover the following: 
- The Iraqi Revolution 
- Iraq in the 1960's 
- Saddam Hussein's Rise 
- Factors that led to the Iran-Iraq War (1980-88)
- Invasion of Kuwait (1990)
- Operation Desert Storm 
- 9/11 and the US invasion of Iraq
- Aftermath of the Iraq invasion