Describes the characteristics of the A-10 Warthog, recounts its role in the Persian Gulf War, and shares the impressions and experiences of Gulf War pilots.

"First the Warriors edition published in 2005"--T.p. verso. Includes index. Includes maps of: A-10 Desert Storm Operations

Terror in the Night--The Airplane--The Initial Deployment--New Tactics--The Night Hogs are Born--Boredom and its Antidotes--From Defense to Offense--The First Day--Scud Hunting--Warthogs to the Rescue--Night Hogs in Action--Deep Interdiction--Luck Runs Out--The Wild West Show--The RFOA-10G--Tragedy Over the Medina Guard--The Ground War--The Bitter End--Glossary--Appendix: The A-10 Pilots of Operation Desert Storm--Index