According to the Department of Defense, 13 American troops were killed in Baghdad over the three day period beginning on Monday of this week. That number represents the highest 3-day total killed in the Iraqi capital since the invasion and occupation of Iraq in March of 2003. The 13 American deaths come on the heals of the 74 reported American casualties in September – the 2nd highest monthly death toll in 2006 (there were 76 reported casualties in April).
When asked to explain the increased number of attacks on American troops and the associated deaths, Army Maj. Gen. James D. Thurman, commander of the Multinational Division Baghdad, said ” Why are we seeing an increase in attacks? "Well, we have twice as many forces operating throughout the city now.” Oh, I see – more forces equals more attacks? Great Plan!
Peace,
Chad (The Left) Shue
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