> Though the beer and champagne lacked alcohol, U.S. troops in Kuwait still partied, welcoming
> the New Year in high spirits and taking a break from tensions ahead of a possible war with
> neighboring Iraq.
...
> In line with army orders to respect the law of Muslim-majority Kuwait, the beverages on tap
> were alcohol-free, versions of beer and sparkling wine.
*I quoted this report from this website.
U.S. troops ring in the New Year with alcohol-free beer and corn dogs
http://www.usatoday.com/news/world/2002-12-31-military-new-years_x.htm