The Persian Gulf Service Command (PGSC) is a United States Army command responsible for overseeing military operations within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, which primarily encompasses the Middle East and Central Asia. Established in 1987 during Operation Earnest Will to protect Kuwaiti oil tankers from Iranian attacks, the PGSC has played a significant role in several major conflicts, including Desert Shield, Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, and Inherent Resolve. The command is headquartered at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, and its mission includes providing theater security cooperation, conducting exercises with partner nations, and ensuring regional stability through strategic partnerships. The PGSC is a crucial component of the U.S. military’s presence in the Middle East.