Iraq Is Still Dangerous For The Few U.S. Soldiers Remaining

In Iraq, U.S. Troops Aren't Yet In The Clear -- L.A. Times

Many Americans regard the war as over. But tell that to the troops' families.

Reporting from McLeansville, N.C. — Two weeks ago, Army Spc. David Hickman called from Baghdad, excited about coming home in time for Christmas. His mother recalled feeling a wave of relief just "hearing David's voice."

The next day, Nov. 14, soldiers knocked at Veronica Hickman's door. Her son had been killed by a roadside bomb in Baghdad that morning.

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My Comment: The goal of every U.S. soldier in Iraq is now simple .... to not be the last soldier killed or crippled in that country.