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****IRAQ SITUATION UPDATE****

Updated 3 January 2008

Here are a few stories that you didn't hear in the news:

Iraqi Police Uncover Major Weapons Cache

 

Coalition Forces Disrupt Criminal Elements, 11 Terrorist Killed

 

Flag of My Father: Paratrooper Keeps
Flag Carried by Dad in Vietnam

 

Face of Defense: Combat Medic Places Mission First

 

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al-Qaida Still a Threat

 

                      

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Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy
United States Navy (SEAL)

May 7, 1976 - June 28, 2005

There have been many brave souls that have fought for our country over the years.  All of them have paid the price for freedom in one way or another.  Each of these heroes of America had a burning desire to ensure that our way of life remains free.  One such brave hero was Lt Michael Murphy, who was recently awarded the Medal of Honor for his leadership and ultimate sacrifice for his country.

"They (friends and family) remember a patriot who wore a New York City firehouse patch on his uniform in honor of the heroes of 9/11. And they remember an officer who respected their opinions, and led them with an understated, yet unmistakable, sense of command. Together, Michael and his fellow SEALs deployed multiple times around the world in the war against the extremists and radicals. And while their missions were often carried out in secrecy, their love of country and devotion to each other was always clear."   -- President George W. Bush, October 22, 2007

While fighting in Asadabad, Afghanistan, LT Murphy courageously fought the enemy in the face of overwhelming odds.  His actions on June 28, 2005 will forever inspire the men and women in the uniform.  In the face of death, he fought to the end so that our country can continue to be free.  Patriotman.com salutes this brave warrior of America.  May he rest in peace.  May we never forget his devotion, courage, and sacrifice to the cause of freedom.

Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as the leader of a special reconnaissance element with Naval Special Warfare Task Unit Afghanistan on 27 and 28 June 2005. While leading a mission to locate a high-level anti-coalition militia leader, Lieutenant Murphy demonstrated extraordinary heroism in the face of grave danger in the vicinity of Asadabad, Konar Province, Afghanistan. On 28 June 2005, operating in an extremely rugged enemy-controlled area, Lieutenant Murphy’s team was discovered by anti-coalition militia sympathizers who revealed their position to Taliban fighters. As a result, between 30 and 40 enemy fighters besieged his four-member team. Demonstrating exceptional resolve, Lieutenant Murphy valiantly led his men in engaging the large enemy force. The ensuing fierce firefight resulted in numerous enemy casualties, as well as the wounding of all four members of the team. Ignoring his own wounds and demonstrating exceptional composure, Lieutenant Murphy continued to lead and encourage his men. When the primary communicator fell mortally wounded, Lieutenant Murphy repeatedly attempted to call for assistance for his beleaguered teammates. Realizing the impossibility of communicating in the extreme terrain, and in the face of almost certain death, he fought his way into open terrain to gain a better position to transmit a call. This deliberate, heroic act deprived him of cover, exposing him to direct enemy fire. Finally achieving contact with his headquarters, Lieutenant Murphy maintained his exposed position while he provided his location and requested immediate support for his team. In his final act of bravery, he continued to engage the enemy until he was mortally wounded, gallantly giving his life for his country and for the cause of freedom. By his selfless leadership, courageous actions, and extraordinary devotion to duty, Lieutenant Murphy reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

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    Remembering The Patriots

"Wars may be fought with weapons, but they are won by men. It is the spirit of the men who follow and of the man who leads that gains the victory."    -- General George S. Patton

Throughout the history of America, brave individuals have made huge sacrifices for the freedoms that we enjoy today.   Over the years the names of these brave protectors of freedom have long since been forgotten.  However, their contributions linger on today.  In honor of their great sacrifices, I offer a few names that may be unfamiliar to most average American citizens.

Henry Knox:  An American patriot who fought all through the Revolutionary war.  His contributions helped establish America as a free nation.  Henry Knox participated in many important events in our early history, including the Boston Massacre.  Because of his leadership, General Washington placed him in charge of crossing the Delaware river during the cold and icy conditions.  Because of his leadership, all soldiers, equipment, and horses crossed without a  single loss. He was later promoted to Brigadier General.  He later served as Secretary of War under Washington's administration. Henry Knox was a great hero. There are two Army Forts named after him: Fort Knox in Kentucky and Fort Knox in Maine.  Many counties through the mid-west and eastern states are named after him.  Knoxville, Tennessee is also named after this great hero.  Henry Knox was a great American patriot.

Fox Conner: An American General who's influence attributed to the success of such famous World War I and II individuals like John J. Pershing, George C. Marshall, and Dwight D. Eisenhower.   General Conner spent the majority of his military career planning major operations.  Although he is relatively unknown, his contributions to the success of military operations during two major wars was instrumental.  General Eisenhower stated:   "My tour of duty was one of the most interesting and constructive of my life. The main reason was the presence of one man, our brigade commander, General Fox Conner---a tall easygoing Mississippian---practical---down to earth---as open and honest as any man I have known---equally at home in the company of the most important people and with any of the men in the regiment.  General Conner was a natural leader and something of a philosopher---he had an extraordinary library, especially in military affairs---The range and curiosity of his mind was not limited to military affairs. He quoted Shakespeare at length, and he could relate his works to wars under discussion."

Oveta Culp Hobby: One of the most influential female leaders in the military was Colonel Oveta Culp Hobby.  Colonel Hobby led 150,000 women of the Women's Army Corps during World War II.  Devoted to the cause, Hobby focused on training and recruitment which resulted in great success.  For her achievements, she was awarded the Army Distinguished Service Medal.  On the World War II Memorial in Washington DC is engraved a quote by Colonel Hobby. It states: "Women who stepped up were measured as citizens of the nation...not as women...this was a people's war, and everyone was in it."

Let it be remembered, that each individual who has served or currently serves in our armed forces do so with pride and honor.  Their sacrifices are the threads that make our country great.  Please remember our soldiers, sailors, marines, and air men and women serving.  Let them know that you are thankful for what they do. Please support our troops!

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"I will never forget the American and coalition men and women … who provided the first stepping stones for us to make our country better."
           -- Iraqi Brig. Gen. Fadhil Jameel Jameel Barwari

 "The most rewarding thing here is interacting with the people. A lot of them, even some of the kids, speak some English. During our patrols in their neighborhoods they often come up and talk to us. They really seem to appreciate what we are trying to do here."
                    -- Staff Sgt. Todd Kobee,
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One of the village sheiks couldn't say enough about the facility and the Soldiers who helped the project.

" (Sheik Shanno) said that he prayed to Allah for the ability to help his people, and Allah delivered the Coalition Forces to his village."
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Stepping Up To Lead

From FM 6-22, Chapter 3

In the early days of Operation Anaconda, members of the 10th Mountain Division were sent into the Shah-e-kot Valley in eastern Afghanistan. Their mission was to seal off and destroy pockets of Al-Qaeda and Taliban forces. Members of the Afghan National Army assisted by U.S. Special Forces would attack from the north.

CPT Nelson Kraft and his Soldiers from Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment were part of the group that would land in the south and wait for them. As soon as the Chinooks carrying the troops landed, the unit found itself in the midst of100 or more enemy fighters, heavily armed and dug into the cragged mountainsides.

First Platoon was sent up the ridgeline. From their position above the valley, they could hear the mortars advancing closer with each volley. One round hit close to the platoon leader, Lieutenant Brad Maroyka, and wounded him. He gave the order to move, but the next round hit his platoon sergeant. With both leaders out of commission, Kraft radioed SSG Randal Perez, a supply sergeant turned infantryman, and the senior Soldier left standing and told him to take charge.

Reconnaissance photos and intelligence reports had failed to identify this enemy stronghold, but the men of Charlie Company knew they could not run, so they dug in and continued to fight.

Perez did a quick assessment, finding nine of his 26 men wounded. He knew he needed to get them out of the area where they were pinned down. He and five others laid down heavy fire to allow the rest of the team to move to safer ground.

Even though he too was injured, the company first sergeant watched from his position below to see how Perez was handling the pressure. He was glad that the many hours spent at Fort Drum mentoring Perez and teaching him infantry tactics were paying off.

All during the fight, the newly appointed leader controlled his rates of fire, called in targets and kept his men reassured by going helmet to helmet. He rose to the challenge, doing the job of an officer with years of training.

 

 

 

 

 

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