8,000 People Visit the Desert Shield and Desert Storm Memorial
Attendance at the inauguration ceremony of the Desert Shield and Desert Storm memorial in Washington, D.C., exceeded 8,000 people, with a wide presence of officials and diplomats reflecting the importance of historical ties between Kuwait and the United States.
Translated by Qiyas from النهار — Original source
Statistics released by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the National Park Service, and the American Legion revealed that more than 8,000 people attended the dedication ceremony of the Desert Shield and Desert Storm Memorial in Washington, D.C. The figures indicated that attendance at the dedication of the Desert Shield and Desert Storm Memorial in the nation’s capital exceeded 8,000, surpassing initial estimates of around 3,500.
Defense Minister Sheikh Abdullah Al-Ali presided over the opening ceremony, which was attended by Kuwait’s Ambassador to the United States, Sheikha Al-Zain Al-Sabah, and members of the embassy staff. Official sources stated that the large turnout included veterans who participated in the Kuwait Liberation War, families of military personnel who sacrificed their lives during the conflict, as well as diplomatic corps members, representatives of U.S. government agencies, and organizations concerned with veterans’ affairs.
This exceptional turnout, which exceeded initial expectations, underscores the significance and stature of the occasion among attendees, while highlighting the enduring historical and human ties forged during the Kuwait Liberation War and its role as a model of international cooperation in defense of sovereignty and international legitimacy. In addition to commemorating the participants in the war and their sacrifices, the memorial conveys a clear message affirming the importance of solidarity and coordinated international efforts, and reminding us that the achievements realized through past cooperation remain a model to emulate in confronting today’s challenges.
