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Post by Frenchie on May 5, 2009 18:52:00 GMT 1
The end of British combat operations in Iraq has been marked in Basra today by the lowering of 20th Armoured Brigade's flag. They are the last British brigade to serve on Operation TELIC. 20 Armoured Brigade's flag is lowered After a commitment lasting more than six years, British forces will now start leaving southern Iraq. Forces stationed at the Contingency Operating Base (COB) outside Basra were joined today, Thursday 30 April 2009, by Defence Secretary John Hutton for a day of reflection on the mission, commemoration of their losses, and celebration of British achievements in Iraq since Operation TELIC was launched in 2003. MoD News >>
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bigstevie
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Post by bigstevie on May 5, 2009 19:11:21 GMT 1
Perhaps today, 5th May, should remain the day of remembrance for those who gave their lives on this campaign / operation.
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Post by Frenchie on May 5, 2009 19:54:10 GMT 1
I agee Stevie, after all there is a precedent.
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