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VICE PRESIDENTIAL VISIT — Vice President Richard B. Cheney and his wife Lynne visited Marines at Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 27, 2004. Cheney praised the Marines for their contributions combating terrorism. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Paul A. Robbins
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MESSAGE TO THE TROOPS
Why We Fight in Iraq
By Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld

     More than 15 months ago, a global coalition ended the brutal regime of Saddam Hussein and liberated the people of Iraq.
     As in all conflicts, this has come at a cost in lives. Some of your comrades made the ultimate sacrifice. For your sacrifices, our country and the president are deeply grateful.  More

Cheney: 'We Must Vanquish' Terrorists
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WASHINGTON, July 27, 2004 — Vice President Dick Cheney told members of the 1st marine Expeditionary Force at Camp Pendleton, Calif., today the terrorist threat does not represent a "foe we can reason with or negotiate with or appease. This is, to put it simply, an enemy that we must vanquish."  Story

Iraqi, U.S. Troop Raid Yields Munitions
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WASHINGTON, July 27, 2004 — Iraqi security forces conducted a raid on the home of an individual suspected of making improvised explosive devices this morning, according to a Multinational Force Iraq release.  Story
Terrorists Twist Islam for Selfish Ends
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WASHINGTON, July 27, 2004 — Osama bin Laden and other terrorists are using Islam as a means to usurp power for themselves, an Egyptian anti-terror specialist noted here July 26.  Story
Afghan Officer Completes Army College
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KABUL, AFGHANISTAN, July 26, 2004 -Maj. Mohammad Farid Ahmadi of the Afghan National Army recently returned to Afghanistan from the United States after successfully graduating in June from the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. Story
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Defense Leaders Speak
Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld
"Your fight – and ultimate victory – against the forces of terror and extremism in Iraq and the Middle East will have made America safer and more secure. You are accomplishing something noble and historic – and future generations of Americans will remember and thank you for it."
Message to the Troops, July 26, 2004
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French Detainees Transferred
From Guantanamo Bay
WASHINGTON, July 27, 2004 — The Department of Defense announced today that it transferred four detainees from Guantanamo Bay, Cuba to the control of the government of France. Release
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The New Iraq: Feature Section
Iraqi Battalion Continues
Successful Operations
BAGHDAD, Iraq, July 27, 2004 — The Iraqi Intervention Force’s 2nd Battalion conducted two traffic control and two intelligence missions in southern Baghdad, July 24, bringing the mission total since beginning operations in the capital city on July 1, to nearly 100. Story
Iraqi Citizen Turns In Weapons
TIKRIT, Iraq, July 27, 2004 — An Iraqi citizen turned in several weapon systems to Task Force Danger soldiers from 1st Battalion, 120th Infantry Regiment at Multinational Forces base near Tuz July 26, according to Multinational Force Iraq officials. Story
Iraqi Reconstruction Archive
The New Iraq: Operation Iraqi Freedom
Iraq Daily Update
Time Line of Events in Iraq: 2003-2004
Time Line of Events in Iraq: 2003-2004
Time Line of Events in Iraq: 2003-2004
Legacy of Terror: Mass Graves
A Year in Iraq: The Mission (Flash photo slideshow)
On the Ground in Iraq Iraq's 55 Most Wanted Maps of Iraq
Weekly Progress Report (Adobe PDF slides)
Defense Officials
Identify Marine Casualty
WASHINGTON, July 27, 2004 — Defense Department officials announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom. Story
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A Year in Iraq - The Mission
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Armed Forces Network Europe features stories showing how U.S. service members are making a difference in the lands where they are deployed to combat terrorism.
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Sailors of the USS Vella Gulf stand proudly under the American flag displayed below the ship's bridge as the ship pulls pierside at Naval Station Norfolk, Va. after completing a six-month deployment in the Arabian Gulf, July 26, 2004. Vella Gulf was assigned to USS George Washington battle group in support of the war on terror. U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Bobby R. McRill 4  More Photos
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'Operation Oasis' Rebuilds Al Rashid
CAMP FERRIN-HUGGINS, Iraq, July 27, 2004 - Numerous projects in the Al Rashid district put thousands of Iraqis to work through the 5th Brigade Combat Team’s Operation Oasis: the overall project to improve electricity, sewers, water and other essential services in the district.  Story
Iraqi Reconstruction Archive
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Task Force Commander Visits Marines

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KANDAHAR AIR FIELD, Afghanistan, July 24, 2004 — A lesser man might have been intimidated, but Army Maj. Gen. Eric T. Olson held his own when he faced down the 2,300 Marines and sailors of the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable). Story

When a Tank Goes Down, Repair Crews Ready
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CAMP CUERVO, BAGHDAD, Iraq, July 27, 2004 — Widely regarded as the world’s premier battle tank, the 2nd Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment’s M1A2 Systems Enhancement Package Abrams tanks are a vital part of the 1st Cavalry Division’s mission in eastern Baghdad. Story

Airmen Serve at Army Refueling Point
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TALLIL AIR BASE, Iraq, July 26, 2004 — With rotors spinning at 1,600 revolutions per minute above his head, the airman grips the fuel hose draped over his shoulder and pushes forward through the dust and sand. Time is everything in this environment and he knows it. Story

Airmen Return From 'Explosive' Deployment
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EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif., July 26, 2004 — During a recent deployment to Southwest Asia, two airmen here put their lives on the line disposing of improvised explosive devices. Story

Deployed Marine Says 'I Do' Via Video

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CAMP FALLUJAH, Iraq, July 26, 2004 — It was a small ceremony. The bride wore white, the groom wore tan. It was July 26, 30 minutes until midnight at Camp Fallujah, Iraq; 30 minutes past noon at Camp Pendleton, Calif. Story
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War on Terrorism
• Terror War Fuels Army Transformation
• Bush Hails 9/11 Commission Report
. Marine Commandant: Corps Adapts for Terror War
. DoD Ushers in New Missile Defense Capability
. Multinational Diving Exercise Kicks Off
Iraq
. El Salvador to Continue Iraq Deployment
. Bad Troops, Poor Leaders Led to Abuse
. Powell Praises Iraqis' Efforts to Re-establish Security
Military News
. Long-Term Care Enrollees Urged to Use Coordination Services
. Congress Sends Budget to President
. Bomb Kills Iraqis, Injures Coalition Troops
. Army Deployments to Become More Predictable
. Coalition Forces Continue Search For Sunken Dhow
. National Guard, Reserve Update
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Afghanistan Update
Two Coalition Soldiers
Injured in Ambush
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KABUL, Afghanistan, July 27, 2004 — Two coalition soldiers were injured today when the convoy they were riding in was attacked by small-arms fire and rocket-propelled grenades approximately 80 kilometers north of Qalat. Story
NATO to Send More Troops
To Support Afghan Elections
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WASHINGTON, July 26, 2004 — NATO will be sending additional troops to the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan to provide security support for the country's Oct. 9 presidential elections. Story
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Transformation
Army's Future Warrior
Exhibits Super Powers
WASHINGTON, July 27, 2004 — The Army's future soldier will resemble something out of a science fiction movie, members of Congress witnessed at a demonstration on Capitol Hill July 23.  Story
U.S. Forces to Leave Seoul
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America Pays Tribute to the Troops
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Deployed Parents Read
Stories to Children at Home
CAMP FALLUJAH, Iraq, July 27, 2004 — For Marines and sailors deployed to Iraq, the bright, red glow of a camcorder's record light takes the place of a nightlight when they read bedtime stories to their children. Story
Actor Tom Selleck Visits
USS Ronald Reagan
Actor Tom Selleck visits the Uss Ronald Reagan, July 22, 2004. U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Sterfanie PACIFIC OCEAN, July 22, 2004 — U.S. Navy Seaman Kevin Maguire (right) instructs actor Tom Selleck on the operation of the USS Ronald Reagan sound-powered telephone system. The actor was aboard the Reagan to welcome the ship's crew to Naval Air Station North Island, San Diego, Calif. U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Stefanie Broughton
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U.S. Air Force Senior
Master Sgt. Ricky Price
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RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas, July 27, 2004 - A senior noncommissioned officer assigned to U.S. Air Forces in Europe headquarters at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, has earned the 2004 Air Force First Sergeant of the Year Award.  Story
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'Brotherhood of Bikers'
Rallies in Iraq
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CAMP BLACKJACK, Iraq, July 26, 2004 — Organizers from the 1st Cavalry Division brought together soldiers and civilians from Camp Blackjack and Camp Victory in a “Brotherhood of Bikers” gathering. Story
 Marines Create Fire Truck
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