By Marine Sgt. Jess Kent
American Forces Press Service

BAGHDAD, Iraq, July 4, 2007 – Hundreds of troops gathered at Al Faw Palace for the Multi-National Force-Iraq Reenlistment, Naturalization and Independence Day Ceremony [...]

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BAGHDAD (AP) — Hundreds of U.S. troops marked the Fourth of July by re-enlisting in the military Wednesday while others took their oaths of American citizenship in ceremonies at the main U.S. headquarters in Iraq.
A total of 588 troops signed up for another stint in the military, according to a U.S. military statement. Another 161 [...]

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Today, as the nation gathers to celebrate is 231st Independence Day, Americans should remember that in Iraq the rockets’ red glare and bombs bursting in air are real. Some 150,000 U.S. troops are serving in Iraq. Thousands more are fighting in Afghanistan.
On a day of fireworks and festivities, the Iraq war can seem far away. [...]

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On this Fourth Of July, a day in which we celebrate the birth of this great nation, we must also remember the brave men and women who made this day possible. To everyone who has and are currently serving in the United States Military I say Thank You. What you do day in [...]

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cant think of a better day to revive this message - written 2 years ago and yet still very timely
Two weeks ago, as I was starting my sixth month of duty in Iraq, I was forced to return to the USA for surgery for an injury I sustained prior to my deployment.  With luck, I’ll [...]

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Independence Day honors the birthday of the United States of America and the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. It’s a day of picnics and patriotic parades, a night of concerts and fireworks, and a reason to fly the American flag.

Declaration of Independence – View the original at the National Archives
Facts [...]

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By Meghan Vittrup
American Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON, July 3, 2007 – More than 600 troops are expected to re-enlist tomorrow, and more than 100 others will become U.S. citizens in an Independence [...]

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American Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON, June 28, 2007 – Famous television Chef Emeril Lagasse will salute the military with two programs showcasing recipes created by the men and women who keep the troops fed and happy.
"Emeril’s Army-Navy Contest" will air on the Food Network tomorrow at 8 p.m. Eastern Time. "Emeril’s Military Contest" will air the [...]

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