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Military Times Special Report: The Iraq War, 20 years later
The 2003 invasion of Iraq continues to resonate in the lives of troops today; a special report on the 20th anniversary of that momentous event.
By Military Times staff
Latest "Iraq War" stories
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Polls show support for Iraq War drop in 20 years post invasion
In the two decades after the U.S. invasion of Iraq began, public support for the drawn-out war dwindled, according to think tanks and research groups.
Modern ‘shock and awe’ would be defined by aging jets, new tactics
“We need to be able to use a scalpel and not a meat ax,” said Harlan Ullman, the defense consultant credited with coining "shock and awe."
American legacy of ‘forever wars’ lives on in its casualties
The divorces, wars, and military bases blurred together as they do in military families.
By M. Tabar, The War Horse
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin makes unannounced visit to Baghdad
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said he held talks with top Iraqi officials, including the prime minister and defense minister.
Coin toss tribute to Pat Tillman shadowed over his death
Former NFL player and Corp. Pat Tillman was killed by friendly fire in Afghanistan in April 2004.
By Zamone Perez