What was the outcome of Operation Praying Mantis for the U.S. Navy?
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The question is asking about the historical outcome of Operation Praying Mantis, which was a naval operation conducted by the U.S. Navy. The user wants to know what specific result or consequence this operation had in terms of U.S. military presence or actions in the region.
Answer
The U.S. Navy achieved all objectives without any U.S. or civilian casualties, inflicting significant damage on the Iranian Navy.
Operation Praying Mantis resulted in a decisive victory for the U.S. Navy, with no civilian or U.S. casualties, and minimal collateral damage. The Iranian Navy suffered significant losses, including the sinking and damaging of several ships.
Answer for screen readers
Operation Praying Mantis resulted in a decisive victory for the U.S. Navy, with no civilian or U.S. casualties, and minimal collateral damage. The Iranian Navy suffered significant losses, including the sinking and damaging of several ships.
More Information
This operation marked the first and only instance where the U.S. Navy exchanged surface-to-surface missile fire with an enemy and included sinking a major surface combatant since World War II.
Tips
Confusing details of Operation Praying Mantis with other naval operations in the region due to its uniqueness and specific circumstances.
Sources
- Operation Praying Mantis - Naval History and Heritage Command - history.navy.mil
- Operation Praying Mantis > U.S. Navy - All Hands > Display Story - allhands.navy.mil
- Operation Praying Mantis - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
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