The Thunder Run: The Bold Assault on Baghdad

🔥American armored units launch a Thunder Run to attack Baghdad directly, with the aim of breaking the will of Saddam's army.

💥Lieutenant Colonel Eric Schwarz leads the first American unit into the heart of Baghdad, despite the risks involved.

🏙️The Thunder Run surprises Baghdad citizens, who were told there was no threat to the city.

✨The Thunder Run achieves its objectives, showcasing American armored might and breaking the will of the enemy.

🚀The Thunder Run serves as a pivotal moment in the Battle of Baghdad, setting the stage for further advances into the city.

What was the Thunder Run?

—The Thunder Run was a direct assault on Baghdad, where American armored units stormed the city to break the will of Saddam's army.

Who led the first American unit into Baghdad?

—Lieutenant Colonel Eric Schwarz led the first American unit into the heart of Baghdad.

How did the citizens of Baghdad react to the Thunder Run?

—The citizens of Baghdad were surprised to see American tanks rolling into the city, as they were told there was no threat.

Did the Thunder Run achieve its objectives?

—Yes, the Thunder Run showcased American armored might and successfully broke the will of the enemy.

What impact did the Thunder Run have on the Battle of Baghdad?

—The Thunder Run served as a pivotal moment, setting the stage for further advances into the city.

00:00American forces launch a Thunder Run - a direct assault on Baghdad - aiming to shock and demoralize the enemy

05:32Lieutenant Colonel Eric Schwarz leads the first American unit into the heart of Baghdad, despite the risks involved

08:30The Thunder Run surprises Baghdad citizens, who were told there was no threat to the city

11:58The Thunder Run achieves its objectives, showcasing American armored might and breaking the will of the enemy

12:43The Thunder Run serves as a pivotal moment in the Battle of Baghdad, setting the stage for further advances into the city