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[3] Mountaineers Soldiers compare deployed versus Garrison Boards
 For countless days and nights, Mountaineer Soldiers have been studying, drilling each other over and over and flipping through hundreds of pages of the Army Study Guide, memorizing Army regulations and field manuals.
(09/6/08)
[9] Sadr City students return to schools with new look, feel
 When bells ring for a return to schools throughout the Sadr City district of Baghdad later this month, students at 38 schools throughout the area that were renovated by Multi-National Division – Baghdad are in for a big surprise.
(09/5/08)
[4] If broken with wheels, Patriot Brigade mechanics can fix it
 In garrison, if a vehicle has a mechanical problem the motor pool is the one-stop shop for replacement parts and repairs. The same remains true during deployment for Patriot Brigade Soldiers at Forward Operating Base Loyalty, where motor pool mechanics continuously work on vehicles.
(09/5/08)
[3] Striker ‘FECC’ provides eyes for battlefield in northern Baghdad
 The Striker Fire and Effects Coordination Cell played a vital role in the fight against special groups militants during the uprising in Sadr City between March and May.
(09/5/08)
[] 4th Inf. Div.’s CAB ministry team supports mission, Soldiers
 Serving in today’s Army can be rough on the body, mind and soul, but there is always someone there to help.
(09/5/08)
[3] Black Knights keep Striker communications running
 Whether it’s radio communications, picking up a phone or using a computer, it all goes through us,” said 1st Lt. Charles Feher, a native of Berwyn, Pa.
(09/5/08)
[7] MND-B infantry Soldier leads way
 To be an infantry Soldier; a person has to be technically and tactically proficient, in great physical shape, ready to move at a moment’s notice, and must constantly maintain discipline and motivation.
(09/5/08)
[1] Raider Brigade command sergeants major join Iraqi counterparts for senior NCOPD
 In the expose, “The Sergeant is the Army,” Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower wrote that throughout man’s history, militaries have been led by officers, but run by non-commissioned officers, “warriors promoted from the ranks to lead, guide, train, inspire, push, intimidate and keep their charges alive.”
(09/5/08)
[3] Team STEEL spends quality time with Iraqi children during missions
 After an hour-long meeting at the Al-Quds Iraqi police station in northern Beidha’a neighborhood of Baghdad, the platoon leader wasn’t worried about his men being irritable or rude to the children that gathered near them at a local falafel stand.
(09/4/08)
[7] Two Warriors achieve new levels of responsibility in careers
 One Warrior was promoted to the rank of lieutenant colonel and a fellow Warrior was promoted to chief warrant officer five, the highest level of warrant officer, in front of the headquarters of the 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team “Warrior,” 25th Infantry Division, Multi-National Division – Baghdad on Camp Taji, northwest of Baghdad, Sept.1, 2008.
(09/4/08)
[4] Business owners network at 9 Nissan Trade Show
 In a display of a return to normalcy in eastern Baghdad, more than 90 organizations gathered, Aug. 29-30, 2008, at the Palestine hotel in Rusafa for the 9 Nissan District Business Trade Show.
(09/4/08)
[] Iron Eagle guards keep Soldiers safe, protect force
 Like many of the various coalition forces camps and forward operating bases throughout Iraq, Camp Taji is more of the same: corrugated steel housing units, sandbags, rocks, dirt and overly decorated dining facilities aimed to remind the troopers of home.
(09/4/08)
[7] Hammiyat Iraq Police Station provides order, stability
 Local leaders, Iraqi police, Iraqi army and coalition forces gathered, Sept. 2, 2008, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the opening of the Hammiyat Iraqi police station located next to the Taji market in the Taji Qada, northwest of Baghdad.
(09/4/08)
[7] Soldier Trains Others to Move Past Fear
 Army Staff Sgt. Lonny Steele helps his fellow Soldiers succeed in one of the most difficult forms of warfare: close-combat fighting.
(09/4/08)
[7] IA soldiers graduate maintenance class
 Sixteen Iraqi army mechanics graduated from a vehicle maintenance course on Camp Taji, northwest of Baghdad, Sept. 4, 2008, following a month of rigorous training.
(09/4/08)
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Recent Publications |
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[] 09.01.2008
MEDEVAC crew rescues Soldiers
from buring building; Helicopter maintainers keep birds
in the sky; Blackhawk crew chief focus on
preparation, MND-B miss...
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[3] 08.01.2008
Fighting Eagles rock vote, Iraq style; Mountaineer Medics treat Iraqi civilians; Silver Lions patrol Ur stre...
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[10] 08.15.2008
Balancing time and mission; IP station opens in Hurriyah staff; IP stations: a symbol of success in Baghdad; IP enforce rule of law in former ‘Triangle of Dea...
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[9] 07.15.2008
A look at the Water situation on Camp Victory, Meet the Medical Operations section, and more in the Mid month copy of Castle Chronicl...
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[2] 06.01.2008
Soldiers fight off enemy in Shulla; ISF took lead in securing Shulla; Troops aide patients at Riva Ri...
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[3] 07.11.2008
Strikers reach halfway point; Striker 6 meets ‘Big Guns’; Strikers put
talent on display; Smoothies from home help thaw hot ...
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[9] 07.01.2008
Task Force Gold; 926th EN BDE PSD; Camp Liberty provides numerous
Moral, Welfare and Recreation Activities; Note from the HHC Comman...
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[9] 07.02.2008
Issue #02
A look at Task Force Gold, Our first "meet the section" section starting with our PSD Team, Chow Hall Life, and mo...
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[9] 06.15.2008
Sadr City clean up, Commander's recon, Birthdays and mo...
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[9] 06.15.2008
The 4th Infantry Division and the 926th EN BDE; Neighborhoods within Sadr City show a step in the right direction; Camp Liberty provides numerous Moral, Welfare and Recreation Activit...
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[6] 06.09.2008
Daughters of Iraq begin training in NW Baghdad; So, which one is Memorial Day?; Iraqi citizens celebrate grand re-opening at Sarafiyah Bridge - Rusafa-Karkh roadway bridge opens after reconstruction; Soldiers get first look at M...
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[6] 05.26.2008
6th IA Div. conducts inaugural command sergeants major conference; ‘Ironhorse Big 8’ equals mission success for MND-B Soldiers; ISF, MND-B find, seize substantial weapons cac...
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[2] 05.18.2008
Cobra troops look for tips leading to criminals,
Top Guns set up temporary COP in Rathwaniyah,
From life in India to US military,
Widowmakers capture VBIED manufactu...
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[2] 05.12.2008
Cobra Soldiers look for tips leading to criminal suspects; One Strike Soldier is ‘Seeing the World’; Top Guns troops set up temporary COP in Rathwaniyah to halt enemy movement; Strike Soldiers visit clinics in western Bagh...
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[6] 05.12.2008
Task Force XII leaders take to skies; Soldiers update family, friends back home at
Forts Hood, Carson during 4th Inf. Div. Town Hall; MND-B CG encourages Soldiers to continue strong effort; Enforcing Standards, not Interpreting Standards – It’s what NCOs...
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[3] 05.01.2008
Fighting Eagles move into sector; Fox Company keeps COP running; Mountaineers are ready all night, every night; Baby left at doorstep finds new h...
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Recent Video |
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 [7] Staff Sgt. Lonny Steele Personality Feature
Package of a combative instructor, tribal dance team member and woodworker with the 2nd Stryker Brigade Support Battalion and how he fulfills these roles. Produced by Spc. Lucas Wysocki. (09/6/08)
 [1] Families Resettle Into Rashid District
Package about 250 families returning to the jihad community in Baghdad's Rashid District after security in the area improved. Produced by Staff Sgt. Vin Stevens (09/6/08)
 [1] Community Leaders Host Special Olympics
Package about Iraqi community leaders hosting a Special Olympics event in Baghdad's Rashid District. Produced by Staff Sgt. Vin Stevens. (09/6/08)
 [3] Fort Carson Briefing, Part 1
Brief the media on operational updates since the last conference in April and then field a question on the walls that separate Sadr City,
Part 1 of 3. (09/5/08)
 [3] Fort Carson Briefing, Part 2
Continue to field questions from the media on the successes of reducing the violence of militias and increasing diplomacy, troop withdrawal from Baghdad, progress in the government and infrastructure and the reduced power of al-Qaida as well as leaving the Iraqi forces in charge as long as they meet certain guidelines. Part 2 of 3. (09/5/08)
 [3] Fort Carson Briefing, Part 3
Continue to field questions from the media on the upcoming Iraqi elections, if there is any interest of the Iraqi people on the U.S. Presidential election, troop morale, force protection posture, reduction in EFP's and closing thoughts on the support from home and encouraging the public and media to learn about their job first hand at Fort Carson or in Iraq. Part 3 of 3. (09/5/08)
 [5] Freedom Journal Iraq - Sept. 4
This edition features stories on coalition forces efforts in protecting Iraqi's pipelines, service members providing reconstruction assistance in Sadr City, the significant duty of Black Hawk maintenance workers and troops receiving their U.S. citizenship. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Priscilla Christensen. (09/4/08)
 [5] Iraqi Freedom Minute - Sept. 4
This edition features a story on the significance of the government of Iraq's commitment to better security. Hosted by Petty Officer Christopher Newsome. (09/4/08)
 [5] Sadr City Gets Reconstruction Help
Package about service members providing reconstruction assistance in Sadr City. Produced by Senior Airman Michael Williams. (09/4/08)
 [5] Coalition Project Protects Iraq Oil Piplines
Package about coalition forces efforts in protecting Iraqi's oil pipelines. Produced by Staff Sgt. Braden Smith. (09/4/08)
 [5] Mosul Monastery
Package about a service member helping a group of visitors discovery the truth behind the Mosul Monastery. Produced by Airman 1st Class Shealyn Jordan. (09/4/08)
 [5] Raid Report - Sept. 4
This edition features updates on searches and seizures taking place throughout Iraq. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Shealyn Jordan. (09/4/08)
 [6] Mike Broettcher, Part 1 of 5
Speaks to students at the University of Oklahoma about working as a reporter overseas and answers questions from students. Part 1 of 5 (09/4/08)
 [6] Mike Broettcher, Part 2 of 5
Continues to speak to students about working as a reporter in overseas and answering questions from students. Part 2 of 5 (09/4/08)
 [6] Mike Broettcher, Part 3 of 5
Continues to speak to students about working as a reporter in overseas and answering questions from students. Part 3 of 5 (09/4/08)
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Recent Audio |
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[3] Spc. Kangas
Talks to a KKTV-TV reporter in Colorado Springs, CO, about her job as a cook, what peoples favorite foods are, complaints she deals with, cooking what the Soldiers want to eat, her three deployments, her family's history in the military and says hello to her family. Audio only.
[3] Labor Day celebrated at FOB War Eagle
Soldiers of the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division celebrate Labor Day at Forward Operating Base War Eagle.
[3] Mithaq pool opening in Sadr City
Iraqis celebrate the opening of Sadr City's only public swimming pool with a cermony and diving competition.
[3] Sgt. Radcliffe
Talks to a reporter from The Courier in Conroe, Texas, about why he chose to enlist in the military, his duties as a military Policeman, down time fun, his background before the military, the changes he has seen, the nature of the military, his future in the military and civilian life. Audio only.
[3] Gene Spillon
Talks to a reporter about his living conditions, receiving pictures of his children, getting home for the birth of his children, parachute training, receiving care packages, working with the Iraqis, seeing motorcycle taxi cabs, how he became involved with the military and when he expects to get home.
[6] Ironhorse Tracker 187
This edition features stories on: Iraqi citizens lend a helping hand to both coalition and Iraqi security forces in the Rashid District of Baghdad. (This story produced by Sgt.1st Class Nicole Bonham, Multi-National Division - Baghdad); Iraqi citizens celebrate the opening of the Jadriya lake park. (This story produced by Sgt. Jeremy Todd, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division Public) Produce by Spc. Daniel Turner, MND-B
[3] Iraqi Police Recruiting Drive
Members of the Sons of Iraq are screened at Forward Operating Base War Eagle to determine their viability to become members of the Iraqi police.
[1] Lt. Pasqualli
Talks to a WBEN reporter in Buffalo, NY, about his deployment, his background, the progress he has seen, his work with the Military Police as a Platoon Leader, the confidence of the Iraqi police, U.S. troop withdrawal and scaled back power of the coalition forces, learning of insurgents from the local population, the training he has received, family support, care packages, troop morale and speaking with family and friends. Audio only.
[3] Staff Sgt. Reiss
Talks to a KKTV-TV reporter in Colorado Springs, CO, about his three tours of duty, a neck injury he incurred before re-deploying, his loyalty to his unit, the importance of the Camaraderie within his unit and says hello to his family and friends. Audio only.
[1] 250 Families Relocate in Baghdad’s Rashid District
Audio package of 250 displaced families returning to their homes in the Shishaan neighborhood in Baghdad’s Rashid District following a ceremony in the Jihad community. Staff Sgt. Vince Stephens. Audio only.
[6] Ironhorse Tracker 180
This edition features stories on: Striker Brigade Soldiers patrol outside of Forward Operating Base War Eagle. (This story produced by Specialist Michael Cox, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division); This weeks Moment of Valor features Corpal Steven Defino of 1st Platoon, 1st Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment, 3rd BCT, 4th ID. (This story produced by Staff Sergeant Kelly Collett, Multi-National Division - Baghdad) Produced by Spc. Daniel Turner, MND-B
[3] Patrolling area around FOB War Eagle
Soldiers from Bravo Company, 3rd Special Troops Battalion, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division conduct a patrol around the surrounding area of Forward Operating Base War Eagle.
[1] Iraqi girl’s volleyball tournament begins in Baghdad's Rashid Distri
Soldiers from the 1st Special Troops Battalion, 1st “Raider” Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, Multi-National Division - Baghdad attend the first female volleyball tournament of the Rashid Olympics in Baghdad. A ten-day volleyball tournament for Iraqi females began at the Karkh II Education Sports Facility in the Bayaa community.
[6] Spc. Hurly, Spc. Hurly
Talks to a reporter from the Kileen Daily Herlad about their jobs and duties as Soldiers on deployment who are also married.
[1] Pvt. Walter
Talks to WBEN about where he is from, his responsibilities in Iraq, a typical routine for a detainee, working and training with the Iraqi army, how long he has been deployed, how long he has been in the Army, why he decided to join the Army, the reactions of the Iraqi people, what he misses back home and sends a greeting to his family.
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