By Maj. Gen. Jeffery Hammond
Multi-National Division – Baghdad
BAGHDAD – To all Multi-National Division – Baghdad Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines: Holiday Greetings and a Happy New Year!
I am proud to serve with you this holiday season. Your sacrifices are great, but these sacrifices have made a difference for Americans and for Iraqis.
We are away from our families at home, but we are part of a family here. Our bonds with each other are strong, forged by combat, never to be broken.
Nothing replaces time with our families, but there is no other place I would rather be than here with you this holiday season. You nobly serve your country – just as so many have done before, fighting for liberty and freedom. You inspire me every day.
Your accomplishments are tremendous. You have the enemy on the run, improved the capabilities of the Iraqi security forces and improved the lives of so many Iraqis. You have given the people of Iraq hope – hope of a brighter future of freedom.
Many Soldiers have paid the ultimate sacrifice for this freedom. Eighty-nine of our Soldiers were killed in action and 607 of your comrades were wounded. Remember them and their families in your prayers.
There is still much to do. Many challenges face us, and I know you are up to the task. We must remain vigilant in our mission. We will not relax, and we will not let up. We will maintain an offensive spirit in all we do. We cannot, and will not, give up the gains achieved through our sweat and blood. We must continue to Attack, Attack, Attack, in everything we do.
During this holiday season, I ask you to take care of one another. Make sure you contact your families at home. Talk to them, but most important, listen to them.
On behalf of a grateful nation, thank you for serving your country with character and moral courage in defense of freedom. You are the strength of our Nation – our Nation's Credentials.
May God bless you, your families and the United States of America.
Mission – Soldier – Family – Team.
Steadfast and Loyal.
Ironhorse 6.
| Date Taken: | 12.14.2008 |
| Date Posted: | 12.14.2008 09:05 |
| Story ID: | 27668 |
| Location: | BAGHDAD, IQ |
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