3rd Iraqi Army takes over responsibility of Tal Afar [Image 4 of 13]

MOSUL, IRAQ

10.17.2006

Courtesy Photo

5th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment   

Lt. Col. John K. Tien, commander of the 2nd Battalion, 37th Armor Regiment, shakes hands with Brig. Gen. Qais, commander of the 2nd Brigade, 3rd Iraqi Army Division Oct. 17 at Tal Afar castle. The 2-3 IA Division officially took over responsibility for the security of Tal Afar from coalition forces during a transfer of authority ceremony at the castle, which also marked the departure of the 2-37 AR from the city of Tal Afar. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Antonieta Rico, 5th Mobile Public Affairs Det.) (Released)

• Date Taken: 10.17.2006
• Date Posted: 11.15.2006 02:15
• Photo ID: 32936
• Resolution: 2464x1632
• Size: 547.45 KB
• Location: MOSUL, IQ