Militancy :: Female Soldiers in Iraq
It's easy to forget that we are at war because it's not happening on U.S. soil. That is, until we turn on the television or read the paper or magazine that we are confronted with the devastation and heroism of war. We are reminded then that there are sisters, mothers, wives out there fighting, risking their lives every day so that we could live. So that we can continue with our way of life. We have to offer our gratitude for their service and courage and sacrifice.
Hearing on Tillman, Lynch Incidents: Jessica Lynch's Opening
Jessica Lynch, former army private from Iraq, talks about her injuries she endured in Iraq in 2003. She recounts her difficult days, her fear, her strength. She wants to discount lies about her and point out the heroic acts of the American soldiers. "Every American who says my country needs me and answer that call to fight....The truth always more heroic than the hype." It is a touching speech.
Female Soldiers in Iraq
They started off as administrators, cooks, and laundresses. Today, women are fighting side-by-side with male soldiers and handling themselves and their weapons. Deanna Demaris, is one of the only first female gunners in the battalion. She proves she has what it takes to get the job done. Increasingly, women are getting the respect of male soldiers, as they demonstrate their competency to fight alongside them and contribute to the war effort. Way to go.
British Sailors Held by the Islamic Revolutionary Guards
This video shows 15 British sailor captured on March 23, 2007 while carrying out a routine operation. They were shown on Iranian television. The one captured female British soldier, Leading Seaman Faye Turney, with the navy for nine years, spoke about how the captors treated them with friendliness and compassion. She said they trespassed into their waters. Britain denied this, saying the coordinates didn't match. British Prime minister cuts official ties with Iran.
All 15 British sailors and marines have been released, after 13 days in captivity. In a press conference, one sailor said they were coerced into saying they were in Iranian waters or faced up to seven years in prison. They faced constant psychological pressure. Blindfolded and handcuffed, there were afraid for their lives. They remembered weapons cocking and their captors were going to execute them. They survived and that's all that matters. Welcome home.
Here are some key quotes from some of the 15 Royal Navy crew members about their ordeal in Iran. They spoke of their treatment in a press conference after their return to the UK. Iran dismisses their account.