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[12] Stability operations in Iraq making headway Though the U.S. has been building up the civilian infrastructure of Iraq since 2003, the sense of ownership and level interest of the people has never been as great as it is now, and that makes all the difference. (03/15/10)
[2] Support from sidelines: Requisitions office vital to maintenance mission
In the Division Special Troops Battalion, 1st Armored Division motorpool, there are many parts that work together to keep a mission running smoothly. (03/13/10)
[5] A patriot of two countries
After three years of attending a military high school in Peru and spending a year in college for dentistry, 2nd Lt. Aldo Grados of Ica, Peru, decided to join the Peruvian navy. He was 16. (03/13/10)
[12] Observers ensure safe, fair national elections The Babil Provincial Reconstruction Team and members of the 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division have been assisting various stakeholders with their efforts to ensure that the national elections held March 7 are run fairly and safely. (03/13/10)
[12] Cavalry Works with, assists Border Guards
The border between Iraq and Iran is heavily guarded, with numerous forts on both sides. However, illegal weapons and other dangerous items are still carried into Iraq by smugglers who supply extremists fighting against the Iraqi government. (03/13/10)
[12] Troopers have towering presence on border
The Iraqi Department of Border Enforcement, the government of Iraq's primary force for border security and the interdiction of smuggling, continues to keep an eye on the border with Iran. (03/13/10)
[12] Keeping a watchful eye on critical pieces
While election season comes around for Iraq, security has been subjected to scrutiny by both U.S. and Iraqi forces. (03/13/10)
[12] 1 Inf Div band toots its horns in al-Kut
As cultural events go, the Wasit Arts Cultural Festival had plenty of laughing, singing and celebrating, and near the heart of it all was the 1st Infantry Division band. (03/13/10)
[12] Dojo in the desert: deployed karate master carries on traditions in Iraq
Training in the martial arts takes dedication, time and the will to continue to grow and learn. It can take years of patient study and practice to gain a black belt, a sign of respect and knowledge. Even then, the martial artist continues to learn and grow, eventually attaining the proficiency to share his knowledge with others. (03/13/10)
[12] Iraqi medical soldiers turn to US for training
Six Iraqi soldiers looked up intently at the diagram on the white board as they crowded around the makeshift operating tables. Then, looking down at their surgical pads, they deftly took up surgical needles to practice their technique. (03/13/10)
[12] Troopers have towering presence on border
The Iraqi Department of Border Enforcement, the Government of Iraq's primary force for border security and the interdiction of smuggling, continues to keep an eye on the border with Iran. (03/10/10)
[12] Stability operations in Iraq making headway
Though the U.S. has been building up the civilian infrastructure of Iraq since 2003, the sense of ownership and level interest of the people has never been as great as it is now, and that makes all the difference. (03/10/10)
[2] U.S. service members pursue education in Iraq
"If I can make time then anyone can make time." (03/10/10)
[2] Soldier brings international medical expertise to USD-C
Travelling the world, seeing many different cultures, influencing societal changes that can potentially save thousands of lives -- seem like a dream life? (03/10/10)
[5] Second time around
After eight years, the first of which were spent jumping out of airplanes in Fort Bragg, N.C., Sgt. Bradley Toman, a combat engineer with 4th Brigade Special Troops Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, decided to leave the military in order to provide a sense of permanency in location and friendships for his daughter. Then after working different jobs, he chose to lace up the combat boots again to rejoin the life he had left behind. (03/8/10)
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[12] 03.08.2010
Observers ensure fair elections; Danger Seven sends; Is It An Army Accident?; Elections part of the big picture in Iraq; Cavalry trains guards to protect border; US forces live together with IP; Iraqi medical soldiers turn to U.S. for training; Iraqi hero medic receives MEDEVAC training; MEDEVAC training takes off at COB Basra; Maysan police attend counterfeiting course; Medics teach Iraqi border guards life-saving skills; Education classes help Soldiers reach goals; 1ID band toots its horns in al-Kut; Admiral Mullen: foreign policy is too dominated by the military; Armor museum to be built at Fort Benn...
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[12] 03.01.2010
U.S. and Iraqi security forces commission joint training facility in marshes; Danger 6 Sends; Indiscipline lowers combat effectiveness; This week in Army history; Iraqi Army, Police keep pilgrims safe; Training Iraqis to rain steel from above; US, Iraqi soldiers share fun, lessons of combatives; Providing vision for Iraq's investors; Taking awareness to the street; In service of others; DOD satellite system changing for the better; Dems to name Governor candidate; Dad's voice on 911 saves baby's lif...
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[2] 03.01.2010
Airborne training operations begin in Iraq with goal of joint jump; Please, do not feed the animals; Love in a battlefield ...
Married Soldiers celebrate Valentine's Day in I...
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[2] 02.15.2010
Combatives training teaches more than how to fight; Dual military spouses: a challenge in itself; 'Old Hickory' hands off OE to 'Falcons'; Engineers at war; Air Cav, Iraqi Air Force
conduct joint mission; Iraqi Federal Police lead the way; Camp Liberty first responders conduct drill to ensure proficiency; Soldiers help train elite Iraqi recruits; Training that can save lives; U.S., Iraqi surgeons share knowledge; Medics teach Iraqi Soldiers lifesaving techniques; New Iraqi tanker unit takes the lead; Vice President Joe Biden visits 4-2 SBCT; Iraqi Security Forces train to secure election polling sites; Females excel in male-dominated field; Falcon soldiers re-enlist to 'stay Army'; Iraqi Army mortarmen participate in live-fire exercise; Soldiers gain closure through Operation Proper E...
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[2] 02.01.2010
Marines transfer authority in Anbar province to Army; Coping with unknowns after earthquake devastates Haiti; Engineers respond to UXO on jobsite; Engineers offer maintenance training to the 11th IA; Humanitarian mission spreads joy, warmth to 100 Iraqi families; Engineers bring joy to Iraqi children; Air Cav employs new unmanned aircraft syste...
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[2] 01.18.2010
Iron Soldiers assume responsibility for Baghdad operational environment; Trash talk: think before you toss; Soldiers bring smile to Iraqi boy's face; FPs, Soldiers celebrate graduation after culmination exercise; Shadow program creates experienced ISF; Shaykhs assure partnership, continued support to USD-C leaders; U.S., FP conduct patrol, search; 501st MPs test-fire weapons; Soldiers learn how to quickly, properly exit an MRAP; Training keeps convoy security team proficient; Step aerobics class a 'step above...
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[2] 01.18.2010
Runners celebrate birthday of civil rights leader; Joint Humanitarian mission spreads joy and warmth to 100 Iraqi families; This day in hist...
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[2] 01.16.2010
Air Cav first to employ new unmanned aircraft sys...
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[2] 01.13.2010
Iron Soldiers assume responsibility for Baghdad operational environment; The leadership team of 1st Armd. Div.; A Soldier's resolutio...
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[4] 09.01.2009
Dagger 6- The year of transitions -- 2009 in Iraq
Dagger 7 - Success in partnership
Dagger 65- An honor and a privilege
Dagger ePRT- Gratitude to the Dagger Brig...
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[4] 07.01.2009
Continued partnered projects
Dagger invests in village's future
Clinic for disabled opens in Yarm...
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[4] 05.01.2009
Leaders meet at Dagger HQ
Medal of Honor heros visit Troops
The Ambassador goes h...
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[4] 04.01.2009
JSS Sheikh Marouf In ISF Control
Swing Away With Dagger Driving Range
Army news: BEAR Options Decre...
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[4] 03.01.2009
Citizens elect their provincial leaders
Ameriyah Clinic provides 24-hour care
Tactical Air Control Party supports 2HB...
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[4] 08.04.2009
Moving through Iraq's streets; Hurriyah clinic goes green; Paving a new Ir...
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[4] 06.12.2009
Stitches: Preventative med advice; 2-8 CAV: Soldiers help villagers in Firra Shia; 1-7 FA: Steel Knights discourage en...
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[2] U.S. Forces Provide Military Working Dog to I.S.F. Package about a joint mission between Soldiers and Iraqi security forces after the Iraqi forces requested the use of a military working dog to help clear and secure the Rusafa region. Produced by Spc. Katie Summerhill for U.S. Division - Center. (03/12/10)
[2] Civil Affairs Assists Baghdad Fire Fighting Academy Package about U.S. Army Civil Affairs donating and delivering fire fighting supplies to a Baghdad fire fighting academy. Produced by Staff Sgt. John Frese (03/11/10)
[2] Soldiers Put Confidence in Iraqi Security Forces Package about Soldiers doing patrols only at the request of the Iraqi security forces to help build confidence in the Iraqi security forces among Iraqi citizens. Produced by Spc. Katie Summerhill (03/11/10)
[12] The Danger Edition - Mar. 10 This edition features stories on the role of U.S. and Iraqi security forces in the recent Iraqi elections, training Iraqi security forces on security techniques and using unmanned aerial vehicles, new ships for the Iraqi navy and a new Rest and Recuperation program for deployed Soldiers. Hosted by Spc. Dan Weber. (03/10/10)
[2] Maj. Gen. Wolff, Part 1 Briefs the press at the Pentagon about current operations in Iraq, the 2010 Iraqi elections and answers questions from the press. Part 1 of 3 (03/10/10)
[2] Maj. Gen. Wolff, Part 2 Continues to brief the press at the Pentagon about current operations in Iraq, the 2010 Iraqi elections and answers questions from the press. Part 2 of 3 (03/10/10)
[2] Maj. Gen. Wolff, Part 3 Continues to brief the press at the Pentagon about current operations in Iraq, the 2010 Iraqi elections and answers questions from the press. Part 3 of 3 (03/10/10)
[12] Maj. Gen. Brooks, Part 1 Briefs the media about the mission of the 1st Division, The Big Red One, while deployed to Iraq. He also discusses the recent Iraqi elections. Part 1 of 3. IE2010 (03/10/10)
[12] Maj. Gen. Brooks, Part 2 Briefs the media about the mission of the 1st Division, The Big Red One, while deployed to Iraq. He also discusses the recent Iraqi elections. Part 2 of 3. IE2010 (03/10/10)
[12] Maj. Gen. Brooks, Part 3 Briefs the media about the mission of the 1st Division, The Big Red One, while deployed to Iraq. He also discusses the recent Iraqi elections. Part 3 of 3. IE2010 (03/10/10)
[2] Water Treatment Plant Reopens Package about the reopening of a water treatment plant following eighteen months of renovations done by civil affairs Soldiers, working with local and national leaders. Produced by Spc. Katie Summerhill for U.S. Division - Center. (03/10/10)
[5] Election Day in Iraq B-roll of U.S. and Iraqi service members at the Salah ad-Din Joint Coordination Center along with their Iraqi counterparts who voted during the 2010 Iraqi elections. IE2010, (03/8/10)
[5] Col. Arnold Talks to a Pentagon Chanel reporter in Washington, D.C., about the current elections in Iraq, the role his unit played in providing security and the turnout of Iraqis voting. (03/8/10)
[5] Col. Arnold, Part 1 Briefs the Fort Riley Kansas Media about the 2010 Iraqi elections and the transition of U.S. forces out of Iraq. Part 1 of 4 (03/8/10)
[5] Col. Arnold, Part 2 Continues to brief the Fort Riley Kansas Media about the 2010 Iraqi elections and the transition of U.S. forces out of Iraq. Part 2 of 4 (03/8/10)
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[2] Anbar Governor Offers Observations and Advice The governor of Iraq's Anbar province, Cosum Al Fahadawi speaks to members of the media and offers his observations on the situations past and current in his province, and offers some advice for cultural understanding and patience in the political process there.
[2] Governor of Anbar Offers Advice to U.S. The Governor of Anbar Province meets with media to offer his observations on joint forces in the area, and give his recommendations for patience and understanding the culture of Iraq.
[2] Iraqi Field Artillery Training As part of the effort to grow the Iraqi Army, Iraqi infantrymen are being trained as mortarmen.
[2] Dirty Hescoes The 1st Armored Division's Diry Hescoes provide a morale boost for Soldiers stationed in Baghdad
[2] Dirty Hescoes The 1st Armored Division band, the Dirty Hescoes, travels around Baghdad to help boost morale of the troops
[2] Love in Baghdad Since 2005 married couples have been allowed to deploy together to Iraq. Staff Sgt. John Freeze introduces us to a couple currently deployed together.
[14] Lt. Col. Alexander Jr. Talks to a WMPN-FM in Jackson, Miss., about being from Mississippi, attending the School of Advanced Military Studies at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, being nominated to attend the school, what he has learned and gained from attending the school, his military background, encouraging young men and women to join the military and it's advantages and retiring from the military as well as his family life. Audio only.
[5] Col. Twitty Talks to an Associated Press reporter about training and supporting Iraqi security forces, getting ready for the end of his deployment and the transitioning process from his unit to the replacing unit in his area.
[5] Col. Gibbs Talks to a Voice of America reporter about Operation Dragon Talon II which was enacted with the troop surge.
[5] Col. Gibbs Talks to a CNN Radio reporter about the progress of Operation Dragon Talon II, the positve effects of this operation, rebuilding of the infrastructure in his area operation, the progress of the Iraqi security forces and various future operations.
[5] Spc. Burke Talks to a KJSK-AM reporter about why she joined the National Guard, her job as an EMT keeping Soldiers healthy and how her unit deals with stressful situations.
[5] Colonel Ricky Gibbs
[5] COL Ricky Gibbs
[5] Michael Yon (CIV)
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