Phase lines are map references occurring every few kilometers used to measure progress of an offensive operation. It took place west of phase line Kiwi, east of phase line Smash, and north of phase line Grape. The battle, which was waged over approximately two hours, was considered by some sources the largest tank battle of the war. Medina Ridge is the name American troops gave to a low rise, approximately seven miles (11 km) long. Iraq's Adnan Motorized Division was also a participant. 3rd Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division was also a major contributor, by leading the attack. 1st Armored Division and the 2nd Brigade of the Iraqi Republican Guard Medina Luminous Division outside Basra, Iraq.
The Battle of Medina Ridge was a tank battle fought on the 27 February 1991, during the Gulf War, between the U.S.
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