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Barriers Come Down in Samarra
Two days before the fifth anniversary of the bombing of Al Askari “Golden” Mosque, the security barriers protecting one of the holiest Shia shrines in Iraq came down. “This is a great day for Samarra, and a great day for all of Iraq,” said Lt. Col. Andy Preston, commander, Task Force 2-11, 2nd Battalion, 11th Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Advise and Assist Brigade, 25th Infantry Division. “I’m happy for the citizens of Samarra, who will finally see … Read entire article »
Filed under: Iraq, Rebuilding, War on Terror
Tear down that wall, Samarra!
Scores of Samarra citizens joined provincial and community leaders March 23 to attend a concrete barrier removal ceremony reminiscent of the opening of the Berlin wall nearly twenty years ago. The concrete barriers, commonly known as “T-walls,†surround several government and military buildings throughout Samarra to provide a layer of protection against insurgent attacks. While T-walls have become a familiar site in Iraq, they are a sign of more dangerous times, and most citizens agree … Read entire article »
Filed under: Iraq, Rebuilding, War on Terror
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