The Ambush
Time: Wednesday Oct 14, 1981
Place: Iran
Details: On 15 October, after breaking the siege, a large Iranian convoy was ambushed by Iraqi tanks, and during the ensuing tank battle Iran lost 20 Chieftains and other armored vehicles and withdrew from the previously gained territory.
‹ Earlier in historyNot allowed at Raiford PrisonOct, 1981 Later in history ›Licence Renewed was published1981
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