Brigadier General Kevin Leonard talks with a reporter from MSNBC about the up-armoring of vehicles used in Operation Iraqi Freedom. They talk about the timetable given by Secretary Rumsfeld on making sure all Humvees entering Iraq have additional protection. They talk about the growth of up-armored Humvees in Iraq since 2003. They also discuss the concern of the Army receiving more protected vehicles than the Marines, and use of the term "Hillbilly" armor. Also, they talk about a typical day for Soldiers in the 143rd Transportation Command. Video from 14th Public Affairs Detachment.
| Date Taken: | 02.18.2005 |
| Date Posted: | 02.19.2005 15:46 |
| Category: | Interviews |
| Video ID: | 1624 |
| Filename: | DOD_I05021909 |
| Length: | 00:04:14 |
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