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Zawra Park Bustles in the Heart of Baghdad
Iraqi police and Multi-National Division – Baghdad Soldiers visited Zawra Park in the Karkh District of Baghdad for a firsthand view of the bustling area on Oct. 5, 2008. Huge numbers of visitors came to the busy city park as part of Eid al Fitr, the three-day celebration that marks the end of the Ramadan month of fasting. “It’s a big celebration today,†said Lt. Col. Robert Kirby, commander of 4th Battalion, 42nd Field Artillery Regiment, 1st … Read entire article »
Filed under: Iraq, Rebuilding, War on Terror
The Road to Peace
The small Iraqi city street clamored with singing, dancing and rejoicing. It was a time of celebration. Marines of 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 1 and local Iraqi security forces and community officials celebrated the opening of al-Tareq Ela al-Salaam, which translates to “The Road to Peace,†here, April 14. Karma Mayor Kamal Abd Al Salam Abd Al Wahid, spoke to the crowd of people including local Iraqi security forces, Iraqi government officials, and Marines. Sheikh Mishan, the preeminent sheikh in the area, then blessed the road as the Iraqi police moved the barriers that have been there for approximately three years. “Due to the (observation post) being so close to the road, in the past there was a great threat of (vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices) and (suicide vehicle-borne … Read entire article »
Filed under: Iraq, Rebuilding, War on Terror
New Commerce to Hawijah, Iraq
A young man beginning a business to support his new family is not necessarily headline news. However, for Kusai, 24, his dream would be realized in the heart of what was once considered an extremists’ stronghold only six months prior – Hawijah, Iraq. Hawijah, located approximately 60 miles south of Kirkuk City in the Kirkuk province, historically held center stage to the region’s worst violence against civilians, Iraq security forces, and coalition forces by extremists. The … Read entire article »
Filed under: Iraq, Rebuilding, War on Terror
1-15 Inf. Regt. an Outpost
DVIDS By Spc. Ben Hutto, 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division Public Affairs Office When told that he and his Soldiers would be setting up the 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team’s newest combat outpost with only a little more than three months left in their deployment, 1st Sgt. Arvento Collins was ready. “We get orders and we execute,†said Collins, from Wilson, N.C., Company B, 1st Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment. “It wasn’t any different than any other task we’ve been given.†… Read entire article »
Filed under: Iraq, Rebuilding, Surge 2007, War on Terror
60th Street Progress Continues
Not New York City, Baghdad. MNF-I By Cpl. Ben Washburn 1st Infantry Division Public Affairs During the past few months, Iraqis and Multi-National Division – Baghdad Soldiers have been working hard to make sure the economic resurgence thrives throughout Baghdad. The Soldiers of 2nd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment, attached to the 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 1st Inf. Div., have been working with the Iraqi government on major restoration projects in the southeastern part of the Rashid district. Among the … Read entire article »
Filed under: Iraq, Rebuilding, War on Terror
Life in Iraq Today
Here are some pictures illustrating life returning to normal for some Iraqis. Photographer: Spc. Charles Gill, Joint Combat Camera Center Now that security is returning to the area, the market in Jamiya, Iraq, is slowly beginning to show signs of recovery on Dec. 13. Now that security is returning to the area, as shown at this produce vendor’s stand, the market in Jamiya, Iraq, is slowly beginning to show signs of recovery. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Iraq, Rebuilding, War on Terror
Adwaniyah Residents See Brighter Future
DVIDS 2nd BCT, 3rd Inf. Div. PAO 6-8th Cav. Regt. UPAR Last year, the community of Adwaniyah witnessed the worst of what the insurgency brought to the people of Iraq. There were reports of kidnappings and murders. Members of al-Qaida in Iraq (AQI) were said to have forced residents out of their homes. Soon, Adwaniyah residents realized that life under AQI would be a step backward and they began to work with coalition forces to rid their community … Read entire article »
Filed under: Iraq, Rebuilding, War on Terror
Teamwork Returns Life to Doura
DVIDS by Pfc. Nathaniel Smith Teamwork is something often talked about, but not always executed. ‘Loners’ may not understand the necessity of collaboration between different forces toward a common goal. All they need to do is look at Company C, 2nd Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade, 10th Mountain Division’s area of operations and they’ll understand the value of teamwork. Capt. Craig Johnson, commander of the ‘Creek,’ Company C and from Manistique, Mich., said partnership between Coalition Forces, Iraqi … Read entire article »
Filed under: Iraq, Rebuilding, War on Terror
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