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Improvements in Rusafa and Sadr City

Improvements in Rusafa and Sadr City

Under the direction of Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Talley, commander, 926th Engineer Brigade, Multi-National Division–Baghdad, the last ten months brought significant engineering progress to Baghdad, specifically in Sadr City. The creation of Task Force Gold and Gold Spike provided reconstruction projects aimed at employing the people of Baghdad and improving essential services. “We bring employment back into the community,” said Master Sgt. Tracy Jackson, TF Gold Spike’s operations non-commissioned officer in charge. “And keep the projects equal on … Read entire article »

Filed under: Iraq, Rebuilding, War on Terror

Art for Sadr City

Art for Sadr City

The meandering concrete monoliths of the Sadr City District of Baghdad got a welcomed facelift, Aug. 2, 2008, thanks to local talent and beautification projects initiated by the Government of Iraq and Multi-National Division – Baghdad. During the height of combat operations in Sadr City, barrier emplacement was an effective tactic to isolate Special Groups and criminals from their revenue extorted from the people and businesses of the Thawra 1 and Thawra 2 neighborhoods, home to … Read entire article »

Filed under: Iraq, Rebuilding, War on Terror

Jamilla Market in Sadr City Bustles With Activity

Jamilla Market in Sadr City Bustles With Activity

Here’s a collection of photos taken by American troops as they patrol the Jamilla Market area of Sadr City in Baghdad. It looks pretty friendly. An Iraqi boy enjoys a popsicle on a hot day in the Jameela Market of the Sadr City district of Baghdad on June 16. Photographer: Tech Sgt. Cohen Young Horse carts and motor vehicles both share the road in the bustling markets of Jamilla, Iraq, June 16. Photographer: Spc. Daniel Herrera An Iraqi … Read entire article »

Filed under: Iraq, Rebuilding, War on Terror