Gulf War Veterans
1990-1991
694,550
Served
383
Deaths
467
Wounded
650,000
Still Alive (2024)
694,550
Peak Deployed
0.06%
Death Rate
58
Median Age (2024)
🧠 PTSD & Mental Health
12% of Gulf War veterans experienced PTSD. Gulf War Illness (GWI) remains controversial — causes include oil well fires, depleted uranium, nerve gas exposure.
🏥 Veterans Benefits
Gulf War Illness affected 250,000+ veterans (34%). Symptoms: fatigue, pain, cognitive issues. VA acknowledged in 2010.