Operation Granby Leadership1991
Directs Britain's military contribution during Operation Granby.
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Historical person
Peter Edgar de la Billiere Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Peter Edgar de la Billiere, based on 6 World History Database records associated with Great Britain.
6 records1991–19916 events4 places
Chronological biography
1991
British Gulf Forces DirectedJanuary 1991
Coordinates Britain's land, air and maritime contribution.
Operation Granby CommandJanuary 1991
Commands British forces throughout the Kuwait liberation campaign.
British Joint Command17 January 1991
De la Billiere directs Britain's Operation Granby contribution within the coalition.
British Ground Offensive24 February 1991
De la Billiere directs British forces supporting the coalition's armoured attack.
Operation Granby Combat Phase Ends28 February 1991
De la Billiere directs British forces to cease offensive operations and consolidate positions.
Titles and roles
Lieutenant General · Commander British Forces Middle East · Lieutenant General · Commander of British Forces Middle East
Record provenance
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