To any of you watching this that served in the GWOT thank you for your service. It doesn’t go unappreciated. From one GWOT vet to another thank you for everything you did and went through. Please check on your buddies see how they are doing.
In the grand scheme of things, I think I agree with you. And the time for accountability with regards to the war is gone. The people who were in power that got us in that mess are largely gone, and the American people need to own up to that mistake because we dropped the ball, and continue with the cluster f*** of as* hats we elect to represent us. However, for whatever it may be worth, I hope that you can pick your moments to some extent and see some good from an individual experience that came out of it. I wasn't even 2 years old when the towers fell, so I am really out of my depth here as America at war is all I have ever known. But I have seen what happens after when people come home and that is something that this country will be dealing with for a long time and I hope it is something that actually gets addressed instead of sweeping it under the rug like with what happened after Vietnam. I can only imagine how much this must hurt, and I know how large of an issue veteran suicide is... so with a heavy heart I must ask how you're doing? I know I am young and don't know much, but please don't stray near that edge if you're down. There are people and organizations that would like to work with you if that's where you are
Iraq was Bush's mistake, staying in Afghanistan after we failed to get Bin Laden was also a mistake. But the original sin was to overreact to 911. Cooler heads need to prevail and remember that revenge is a dish best served cold.
As a non-veteran who was always aware of our government’s corruption and the neocons plans to take over the world without any real sense of on-the-ground logistics I can also say it was obviously all for nothing. 😂
I was apart of the task force. I saw guys put in work and show bravery beyond what was called for. Yes the UAVS were a huge part of the op, but those guys on the ground deserve medals for working under 🔥. Hats off fellas I am happy we could help.
I remember doing roll call for my battle buddy in Iraq. It’s very emotional! RIP Anthony Jones, I still miss and think about you all the time bro!! 3ID
Totally agree with you. They should have a beautyful house,car, ready for them so when they get back they just move in all payed... We spend trillions on milatery & the billion's we give away every year so they should have that at the minimal... Blessings to you and your family always from Puerto Rico with lot's of love 🙏👍❤️
I was there in 2007-2008 and you damn right it was wild. Everyday was a firefight especially when it was time to eat in the evening. Bravo 3/15 infantry out of ft Stewart ga
As the wife of retired ARMY Staff Sargent H Miles , thank you for your service and sacrifice no matter what war you deployed in. My husband was deployed three tours he was in Iraq twice and Afiganstan the last deployment; and probably would still be serving had he not been wounded in an IED blast and suffered a TBI -He is a Purple Heart recipient, but he also sacrificed so much however there were so many more who have given all they had - Never feel what you did or didn’t do was for nothing - there are some of us Who understand and also appreciate every single thing ever done none of you called the shots you simply followed a command. No greater love is the love of a man who lay down his life for his brother. It saddens me that any of you would have any other feelings but to be proud We are greatful for each and everyone of you. America land of the free because of the Brave
I was in Sadr City when she came and did this story. The wall mission on Rt Gold. What really breaks my heart is seeing some of my brothers in the background that are no longer with us. Some of these warriors are part of the 22. RWG brothers. RWG General Odierno
I'm sorry, brother. 👊❤️ A good friend of mine was killed close to Sadr City, on Route Predators in Nov 2005. Their Buffalo was hit with an EFP array. The AAR said they were sure that their specific Buffalo was targeted because they got complacent and used the same route a lot. And it was aimed high for a Buffalo because it would have gone over the top of a Hummer, according to whoever did the investigation & report. He, a captain, and a 2nd Lt lost their lives that day. He was 2-5 Cav 2d? BCT, IIRC. Pfc Josh Burrows. US ARMY. He was a great great dude. Nov 26 will make 18 yrs that he's been gone. He was there like 6-8 weeks at that point. Had a new infant son at home, too.
Task force 17 were available at that point because their stated purpose was to counter Iranian influence, especially, in that moment in the Baghdad and surrounding areas. Our military was tracking many Iranians going into Sadr city and liaising with Muqtada. Interesting times.
The invasion of Iraq destabilized the Middle East. Brought a lot of problems for Iran. I'm a patriot but it doesn't make me ignorant. Iran can take a flying f but Iraq was unacceptable!
Can believe we are explaing or discussing our strategies for enemies to hear. I love the fact that they’re destroying these malicious but it’s baffling we’re talking about how.
I have been a member ofthe Guard, Reserve and Active Duty in the Army. I volunteered for deployment twice as a matter of desire to apply myself as a force for good in the world. When I was trained, I was fortunate to have Veterans of Vietnam in my lead. A Special Forces Battalion cammnder, a Sergeant Major from 173rd, and a First Sergeant from 4 ID. The question of a ready force and a legal battle are different matters. Vote your heart.
I have a War Story.. when the Iraq War started I was there the first night. There was a massive sand storm.. They gave us all playing cards with the Iraqi leaderships most wanted faces on them. And we where all at MOPP level 4 for a week.. we even slept inside them in the desert heat. And our tents had air conditioning depending on where we went. I was in Camp Patriot mainly.
Oh, what a delightful surprise to return home, completely war-torn, only to realize that you sacrificed the dreams of elderly gentlemen for more oil and nothing else. How utterly fulfilling!
Hearing the young Lt now in the year 2023 say "we're doing the right thing and making a difference in Afghanistan" is heartbreaking knowing how we left it to the Taliban. What a waste of resources and American lives. Former Marine Captain..
I agree man. I’m 26 and have been stuck on the decision to join. However the US Coast Guard is one branch that never gets talked about that I’ve been recommended to look into. They truly are the most engaged service with the American public. From counter piracy to search and rescue and environmental protection. They are the only branch that I’m currently considering.
I spent 9 years in combat in Iraq & Afghanistan amongst others & was wounded in 2014 in Afghanistan. No way would enlist or stay in under Biden . That’s why they’re having trouble recruiting. Abysmal leadership under him
@@HighlanderWestyour 26 your getting a late jump on it. Coast guard is a great branch and is overlooked a lot. What type of job are you qualified for. Have you been to Meps or took the asvab. I retired 22 years in the army so if you have any questions let me know buddy.
If we had put all our effort into Afghanistan instead of going to Iraq for no reason i think it would have turned out alot better than how it is now...
How did it feel to illegally invade a sovereign country? How did it feel when you heard there were no weapons of mass destruction, no chemical weapons, or any affiliation with Al-Qaeda? Do you feel responsible for destabilizing the entire region? What do you think about being misled by your government? Do you think this was about freedom or oil?
The WMD's and all was for Iraq, with Saddam. Afghanistan was because of their attack on 9/11. Unless you remember that time, the entire country and world were supportive of the invasion. It stretched because the Taliban were so successful, the people of Afghanistan are very good fighters historically. They also have no care for national identity, the rural areas don't care as their life barely changes for who's in power. Iraq stretched as we fought an insurgency that came only because of the Coalition presence. We destroyed the Saddam's regime in a very short time.
@@PawnchGameif the world was so supportive of the Iraq invasion why didn't the world assist in invading Iraq? Google freedom fries origin and maybe that will help jog your memory.
More fentanyl junkies are dying every year than all of post 911 US military guys. First are dying truly for nothing, the lateral served and trusted their country, even though some decisions were wrong.
My husband gets down on himself from time to time, he's a bricklayer (a menial job with no growth!) I always explain to him that this is a prison and that's a appropriate job a man his age. . . He never believe me! I've been proven right since 😔
All those lives lost from both sides were worth nothing. These wars have to be stopped. It hurts more than the benefits. If only ordinary Americans citizens would understand that. Because they’re the ones who eventually pay for it, and face the consequences. How sad !
Most use isn't even inhalation rather ingestion. This doesn't need to be more difficult than they're making it out to be regulate like alcohol. You can't have a beer walking down the road or driving but you can in a bar that has a license. Why don't we have marijuana coffee shops? For example
Can I ask a serious ? For what reason we're all these lives lost? 20 years at war lost many lives for what!? Many familys are shattered for what? Many still living soldiers suffering for rest of there lives for what!? I don't understand why this was carried on for so long just to walk away and basically give the enemy more ammo more weapons and a lot more money it's sickening!
In the Uniform Code of Military Justice and international law, a criminal order or illegal order is a military order for the commission of a war crime or other violation of international criminal law. Because superior orders do not exonerate such violations, it is obligatory to disobey the order.
IEDs cost a lot less than most other weaponry…different tactics…all have a use. Biological and chemical the big worry - the financial cost of clean up and ongoing medical would be massive.
The people want a better life there but at the end of the day the men of the country gave up without a fight after 20 years of the USA teaching them how to fight.. I've seen so many of them not even caring for the things they had to do in the arm forces, they did'nt want to work so now look...most of them did what they had to but there is always a few that now are in Talibán prisons if not dead..
To any of you watching this that served in the GWOT thank you for your service. It doesn’t go unappreciated. From one GWOT vet to another thank you for everything you did and went through. Please check on your buddies see how they are doing.
Man, that’s real. I’ve lost too many buddies that I could have just called. I’m gonna go call a few right now
Thank you for your service ❤
As I vet who spent 18 mo in Afghanistan & was wounded I can say it was all for nothing. The way we left was hurtful , painful , & embarrassing.
In the grand scheme of things, I think I agree with you. And the time for accountability with regards to the war is gone. The people who were in power that got us in that mess are largely gone, and the American people need to own up to that mistake because we dropped the ball, and continue with the cluster f*** of as* hats we elect to represent us. However, for whatever it may be worth, I hope that you can pick your moments to some extent and see some good from an individual experience that came out of it. I wasn't even 2 years old when the towers fell, so I am really out of my depth here as America at war is all I have ever known. But I have seen what happens after when people come home and that is something that this country will be dealing with for a long time and I hope it is something that actually gets addressed instead of sweeping it under the rug like with what happened after Vietnam. I can only imagine how much this must hurt, and I know how large of an issue veteran suicide is... so with a heavy heart I must ask how you're doing? I know I am young and don't know much, but please don't stray near that edge if you're down. There are people and organizations that would like to work with you if that's where you are
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Iraq was Bush's mistake, staying in Afghanistan after we failed to get Bin Laden was also a mistake. But the original sin was to overreact to 911. Cooler heads need to prevail and remember that revenge is a dish best served cold.
As a non-veteran who was always aware of our government’s corruption and the neocons plans to take over the world without any real sense of on-the-ground logistics I can also say it was obviously all for nothing. 😂
@grant4360.....That’s the way it has always been buddy.
The globalists NEVER get punished for their wars!
I was apart of the task force. I saw guys put in work and show bravery beyond what was called for. Yes the UAVS were a huge part of the op, but those guys on the ground deserve medals for working under 🔥. Hats off fellas I am happy we could help.
Thank you for your service ❤
I remember doing roll call for my battle buddy in Iraq. It’s very emotional! RIP Anthony Jones, I still miss and think about you all the time bro!! 3ID
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE! God bless you sir!
Hope you are doing well man. Hang in there
Every Veteran has a story, beit a WAR Story or a Sea story. Thanks for Volunteering and serving your country.⚓️🇺🇸✌🏻🍻
Veterans deserve to never have to struggle ever again in there lives
Totally agree with you. They should have a beautyful house,car, ready for them so when they get back they just move in all payed... We spend trillions on milatery & the billion's we give away every year so they should have that at the minimal... Blessings to you and your family always from Puerto Rico with lot's of love 🙏👍❤️
I totally agree, but unfortunately, they usually struggle with exactly the opposite treatment from our govt Used and then discarded😢.
Our commy govt. would rather pay for other countries problems than help its own veterans and citizens!!!
That's cute.
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Thank you all for your service.
Thank all of you guys for your service! Me an my family greatly appreciate you so much ❤
Thank you for your service.❤❤
Sadr City was a wild place in 2007-2009. Thanks for sharing our story.
I was there in 2007-2008 and you damn right it was wild. Everyday was a firefight especially when it was time to eat in the evening. Bravo 3/15 infantry out of ft Stewart ga
@@mikeflo6459 3/4 here out of War Eagle.
2007 21N rockets galore...
@@project_poor_runner awesome
Did they ever take the wall down?
As the wife of retired ARMY Staff Sargent H Miles , thank you for your service and sacrifice no matter what war you deployed in. My husband was deployed three tours he was in Iraq twice and Afiganstan the last deployment; and probably would still be serving had he not been wounded in an IED blast and suffered a TBI -He is a Purple Heart recipient, but he also sacrificed so much however there were so many more who have given all they had - Never feel what you did or didn’t do was for nothing - there are some of us Who understand and also appreciate every single thing ever done none of you called the shots you simply followed a command. No greater love is the love of a man who lay down his life for his brother. It saddens me that any of you would have any other feelings but to be proud We are greatful for each and everyone of you. America land of the free because of the Brave
God bless you and your husband...nothing I can say will ever be enough...Ooprah
I was in Sadr City when she came and did this story. The wall mission on Rt Gold. What really breaks my heart is seeing some of my brothers in the background that are no longer with us. Some of these warriors are part of the 22. RWG brothers. RWG General Odierno
I'm sorry, brother. 👊❤️ A good friend of mine was killed close to Sadr City, on Route Predators in Nov 2005. Their Buffalo was hit with an EFP array. The AAR said they were sure that their specific Buffalo was targeted because they got complacent and used the same route a lot. And it was aimed high for a Buffalo because it would have gone over the top of a Hummer, according to whoever did the investigation & report. He, a captain, and a 2nd Lt lost their lives that day.
He was 2-5 Cav 2d? BCT, IIRC. Pfc Josh Burrows. US ARMY. He was a great great dude. Nov 26 will make 18 yrs that he's been gone. He was there like 6-8 weeks at that point. Had a new infant son at home, too.
@@J.C... so sorry for your loss brother. We were there 07-09 1/6 Ac/o Charlie 135.
My husband was also in Sadr City US ARMY
Combat produces a constant stress that few can let go of. It’s changes you for ever.
Dignity, Honor, and Respect. 07-19
Task force 17 were available at that point because their stated purpose was to counter Iranian influence, especially, in that moment in the Baghdad and surrounding areas. Our military was tracking many Iranians going into Sadr city and liaising with Muqtada. Interesting times.
The invasion of Iraq destabilized the Middle East. Brought a lot of problems for Iran. I'm a patriot but it doesn't make me ignorant. Iran can take a flying f but Iraq was unacceptable!
I was part of TF16 in Ramadi GST SOC.
I know of several snipers who went home from Sadr City because they got tired of killing people.
My grandfather was a member of AFP armed forces of the Philippines he survived the Bataan death march with 250+ American military troops. RIP tatang
Can believe we are explaing or discussing our strategies for enemies to hear. I love the fact that they’re destroying these malicious but it’s baffling we’re talking about how.
I have been a member ofthe Guard, Reserve and Active Duty in the Army. I volunteered for deployment twice as a matter of desire to apply myself as a force for good in the world. When I was trained, I was fortunate to have Veterans of Vietnam in my lead. A Special Forces Battalion cammnder, a Sergeant Major from 173rd, and a First Sergeant from 4 ID. The question of a ready force and a legal battle are different matters. Vote your heart.
I have a War Story.. when the Iraq War started I was there the first night. There was a massive sand storm.. They gave us all playing cards with the Iraqi leaderships most wanted faces on them. And we where all at MOPP level 4 for a week.. we even slept inside them in the desert heat. And our tents had air conditioning depending on where we went. I was in Camp Patriot mainly.
Thank you for your service ❤
From a vet, MOPP 4 for a day can cause depression, let alone a week. That's Wild!
Beautiful God bless all of them👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👋👋🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲 God bless 🙏🙏
🇺🇸Happy Veteran Day🇺🇸
🦅We appreciate you🌝
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Could you imagine if we defended our own borders so fiercely?
What a difference for the drug problem, cartel problem, mass invasion problem.
Fr
I know how I’m voting in 24. It sure as hell won’t be my mail.
@@patrickgraham3593🤣🤦
Well, Democrats want the votes and Republicans want the cheap labor so.......
underrated comment
Good morning to you from Kenneth D in Hamilton New Zealand.The most peaceful place on Earth 🌎🌍🌎🌍🌎😅
Oh, what a delightful surprise to return home, completely war-torn, only to realize that you sacrificed the dreams of elderly gentlemen for more oil and nothing else. How utterly fulfilling!
Iv all ways love watching it
I was in Kirkuk this same year. Crazy times
I remember doing mounted patrols through Laghman Province Afghanistan in 2012
Thank you for your service
Thank you for your support. Seems like now days people on social media have bad things to say about our service.@@NurseRatched-k7c
Any crazy stories you'd be willing to share
Just google Sgt Dennis p Weichel Afghanistan march 22 2012@@Berm_Blaster
Thank you for your service ❤
God Bless all the soldiers. I truly feel sorry for each of them, this war was unnecessary like many others.
Hearing the young Lt now in the year 2023 say "we're doing the right thing and making a difference in Afghanistan" is heartbreaking knowing how we left it to the Taliban. What a waste of resources and American lives. Former Marine Captain..
Lord God Bless these Service Men and Women of the USA.
You can't change someone if they don't want to change.
I don’t know about serving the military. This video brings me second thoughts.
What you guys think?
I agree man. I’m 26 and have been stuck on the decision to join. However the US Coast Guard is one branch that never gets talked about that I’ve been recommended to look into. They truly are the most engaged service with the American public. From counter piracy to search and rescue and environmental protection. They are the only branch that I’m currently considering.
Scary but ...
I spent 9 years in combat in Iraq & Afghanistan amongst others & was wounded in 2014 in Afghanistan. No way would enlist or stay in under Biden . That’s why they’re having trouble recruiting. Abysmal leadership under him
@@HighlanderWestconfiscate cocaine from Columbian sub, take a brick or two home, resell, Ka-Ching 🤑🤑🤑
@@HighlanderWestyour 26 your getting a late jump on it. Coast guard is a great branch and is overlooked a lot. What type of job are you qualified for. Have you been to Meps or took the asvab. I retired 22 years in the army so if you have any questions let me know buddy.
Wow they left the comment section on!!!!!!!
Yes...for now 😂
They always do... You must be new here.
fully agree
Wish had those systems during felujha
Stay safe
Muscle flexing never ends.
Iran put a hit out on John Bolton?
Apparently I have more in common with Iran than I had previously realized. 🤣
This should be called 50 minutes plus advertisement 😂
Blame TH-cam.
Where is the support towards veterans in the comments? Wtf is happening with you people?
Awesome
And it took 10 yrs before the mini series was made about this battle. Wow.
If we had put all our effort into Afghanistan instead of going to Iraq for no reason i think it would have turned out alot better than how it is now...
What is theres all networks not short finishing
Remember, everyone deployed. God bless you all. 🇺🇸 All the way.
I fought Americans during the battle of falluja now after 20 years on the adversaries are seeing each other
Crazy part is I'd do it all over again. God created me for a purpose. He alone directs my path, and it included the USMC. SF🇺🇸❤️✝️
Why with all the technology, robots are not used to clear roads?
The VA represents the go 41:04 vernment not the Verterans.
They work for the bean counters who deny benifits.
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Wish we had armor too
How did it feel to illegally invade a sovereign country? How did it feel when you heard there were no weapons of mass destruction, no chemical weapons, or any affiliation with Al-Qaeda? Do you feel responsible for destabilizing the entire region? What do you think about being misled by your government? Do you think this was about freedom or oil?
The WMD's and all was for Iraq, with Saddam. Afghanistan was because of their attack on 9/11. Unless you remember that time, the entire country and world were supportive of the invasion. It stretched because the Taliban were so successful, the people of Afghanistan are very good fighters historically. They also have no care for national identity, the rural areas don't care as their life barely changes for who's in power. Iraq stretched as we fought an insurgency that came only because of the Coalition presence. We destroyed the Saddam's regime in a very short time.
You used illegal white phosphorus, and nuclear armour piercing uranium in Iraq, you are a bunch of war criminals 😂
Muzlims lost 👎
@@PawnchGameif the world was so supportive of the Iraq invasion why didn't the world assist in invading Iraq? Google freedom fries origin and maybe that will help jog your memory.
@@temich1985Muslims lost? Did you ask the Taliban?
What a shame our men died for nothing.
More fentanyl junkies are dying every year than all of post 911 US military guys. First are dying truly for nothing, the lateral served and trusted their country, even though some decisions were wrong.
And women
@@PavelAVasilevich 👍
60 minutes please investigate Sherrif department deputies suicides.
Here in LA we had I believe 4 suicides in 48hrs. All were active or former sheriff department officers.
@@JFromLA99 somebody urgentlt needs to investigate the internal mess deputies go through inside their own department
My husband gets down on himself from time to time, he's a bricklayer (a menial job with no growth!) I always explain to him that this is a prison and that's a appropriate job a man his age. . . He never believe me! I've been proven right since 😔
I wonder if anybody actually buys 60 minutes merch😂
happy, left in poverty and sad for loved ones who suffered, died. I wouldn't call it happy while someone is pumping oil for their outside interests?
I am not an American but it is a shame how America treats those who defend it.
A wall? I am glad a wall works there. Maybe a wall will work in other places?
Home?
These guys are playing real life command and conquer.
Wait!! You mean a wall worked?? Crazy
RIP Loren Haller
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All those lives lost from both sides were worth nothing. These wars have to be stopped. It hurts more than the benefits. If only ordinary Americans citizens would understand that. Because they’re the ones who eventually pay for it, and face the consequences. How sad !
Most use isn't even inhalation rather ingestion. This doesn't need to be more difficult than they're making it out to be regulate like alcohol. You can't have a beer walking down the road or driving but you can in a bar that has a license. Why don't we have marijuana coffee shops? For example
America has Advanced Electronics and it is very Impresiv!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Can I ask a serious ?
For what reason we're all these lives lost?
20 years at war lost many lives for what!?
Many familys are shattered for what?
Many still living soldiers suffering for rest of there lives for what!?
I don't understand why this was carried on for so long just to walk away and basically give the enemy more ammo more weapons and a lot more money it's sickening!
In the Uniform Code of Military Justice and international law, a criminal order or illegal order is a military order for the commission of a war crime or other violation of international criminal law. Because superior orders do not exonerate such violations, it is obligatory to disobey the order.
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Well luckily the technological gap has been bridged. Good luck in the future.
IEDs are a coward's way of fighting!
And drones
@@lakaybadboy8083 wouldn't have to use them if they'd come out and fight.
IEDs cost a lot less than most other weaponry…different tactics…all have a use. Biological and chemical the big worry - the financial cost of clean up and ongoing medical would be massive.
@robynmeyer7796 nuclear weapons would be the worst.
tTe best way to pass a lie is to put some truth in it. that's what 60 min does best
The people want a better life there but at the end of the day the men of the country gave up without a fight after 20 years of the USA teaching them how to fight..
I've seen so many of them not even caring for the things they had to do in the arm forces, they did'nt want to work so now look...most of them did what they had to but there is always a few that now are in Talibán prisons if not dead..
When you don't let a fighter fight, Why shall he carry a weapon?🚀💥
World need peace what are Americans doing there the world should stop funding wars de-dollarise.
looking back now, they will realise they havent made any difference whatsoever
Cannon fodder, 1 million follar traucks , poof confettie, officers "its a WIN"
This is something the IDF will never have. It takes honour and integrity to belong to this very exclusive club.
Petraeus had to come in to fix the $hit that Odierno messed up bc he was the wrong guy for the job
2:55 “it was his decision” .. hardly
Iran put a hit out on John Bolton
What a waste, and why?!?
For absolutely NOTHING!!!
So walls work...who would've thought
Anything America lays its hands on changes for worst militarily 🤷🤷🤷🤷
No war in Afghanistan just simply work over war
shame on usa
Remembrance of Nam , 😢" let them shoot 1st B4 we could shoot !"
Birds flying
Golf company gods company
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You think we left those massive ied finding tanks over there???
Why wasn't this use this in war that is going on now with hammas so that's that the innocent life just remember ONE LOVE 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
Well Afghans didn't want it enough, did they?
Yes my friend who married a military said she cant get a good paying job in Hawaii bcuz shes married to a military :(( ...Sad..
mocktodder el sodder, you heard it here first
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This afghan war is laughable.
One thing we should all learn from this 'Dont underestimate the local's knowledge'
You can run, but you can’t hide
Wym
I believe if the poppy fields was not in Afghanistan no one would ever come to the Middle East
fighting for the people of afghanistan haha you make me laugh and i really don't want to launch
That's a bunch uf crap that he says they fled. You just interviewed some of them.