73 Easting: Episode 12 — Busayyah

Busayyah was a Desert Storm battle often overshadowed by 73 Easting, but it played an important role in clearing the path for VII Corps’ eastward turn. This episode follows the 1st Armored Division as it attacked Iraqi positions around the desert town and military area, dealing with bunkers, vehicles, defensive works, and troops that could not simply be bypassed. Listeners learn how local battles can shape operational tempo, especially when a corps is trying to keep moving toward the Republican Guard. Busayyah illustrates the difference between a famous battle and a necessary battle: one that did not define the campaign in memory, yet helped open the way to Objective Collins, the corps cavalry screen, and the grid lines beyond. For more military history writing and books, visit MilitaryAuthor.me, and for magazines, galleries, and a massive archive of military photos and video, visit Trackpads.com.