Articles 1.20.2005
The Hartford Courant, New Haven Register, and Associated Press carry articles on SSG Thomas E. Vitagliano, of the 1-503rd, who was killed in Ramadi on 1.17.2005. SSG Vitagliano enlisted in the Marines in 1990 at the age of 17 and served in Desert Storm in 1991. After a brief stint in the civilian world, he returned to teach Marine cadets, then joined the Army. SSG Vitagliano hoped to join his father's real estate business after leaving the army. He was engaged, and talked about getting married upon his return from Iraq. The governor of Connecticut announced that flags will be flown at half-staff in honor of SSG Vitagliano on the day of his funeral.
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The Durango Herald, CO, Denver Post, and Rocky Mountain News have articles on Pfc. George R. Geer, of the 1-503rd, who was killed in Ramadi on 1.17.2005. His father reported that he was killed while inspecting a suspicious vehicle, which was a car bomb. Pfc. Geer joined the Army after spending several years working at a car dealership. He was planning on either pursuing a career in the military or becoming a geography teacher. His R&R leave was scheduled for February, and he had hoped to do some skiing and work on his car, a favorite hobby. According to his father, Pfc. Geer comes from a long line of servicemen who have fought in every war since the Revolutionary War.
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Embedded Stars & Stripes Reporter Joseph Giordiono has two new articles on the 2nd BCT. The first article follows a patrol of the 1/9th Infantry as they conduct a "get out the vote" campaign in " Tamim, a district on the southwest edge of Ramadi." The second article reports on a cofeehouse soldiers of the 2-17th Field Artillery created in an office that was left unused after a mortar hit the building and left a hole in the wall. Both articles have pictures of 2nd BCT soldiers.
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The Desert Strike FRG site has a new letter from 2nd BCT Commander Col. Gary S. Patton. The letter has three main points:
1) the brigade is "very busy right now preparing for the first free election in the history of Iraq. Our mission is to neutralize the insurgents and create a safe and secure environment for voters on election day Jan 30."
2) R&R Leave: More than 1,000 Soldiers have taken leave since the program began Nov 1. 385-430 Soldiers are given leave each month. Col. Patton's "goal is to provide everyone a leave or pass opportunity during our deployment, and this includes senior leaders and commanders."
3) Redeployment home: the official orders state the 2nd BCT deployed Aug 2004 for a scheduled 1 year deployment. The tour has not been extended, but no official redeployment date has been given.
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Other articles from the region:
- Washington Post (reg req'd): Iraqis' Readiness Disputed in Hearing
- Stars & Stripes: Half of IRR call-ups seek delays, deferments; hundreds are no-shows
- Knight Ridder: Army scrounging to boost troops in Iraq
- LA Times (reg req'd): U.S. to Overhaul Training of Iraqi Forces
- NY Times (reg req'd): Logistical Challenges Remain Before Iraqis Cast Ballots
- Christian Science Monitor: Iraq's critical Sistani factor
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The Durango Herald, CO, Denver Post, and Rocky Mountain News have articles on Pfc. George R. Geer, of the 1-503rd, who was killed in Ramadi on 1.17.2005. His father reported that he was killed while inspecting a suspicious vehicle, which was a car bomb. Pfc. Geer joined the Army after spending several years working at a car dealership. He was planning on either pursuing a career in the military or becoming a geography teacher. His R&R leave was scheduled for February, and he had hoped to do some skiing and work on his car, a favorite hobby. According to his father, Pfc. Geer comes from a long line of servicemen who have fought in every war since the Revolutionary War.
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Embedded Stars & Stripes Reporter Joseph Giordiono has two new articles on the 2nd BCT. The first article follows a patrol of the 1/9th Infantry as they conduct a "get out the vote" campaign in " Tamim, a district on the southwest edge of Ramadi." The second article reports on a cofeehouse soldiers of the 2-17th Field Artillery created in an office that was left unused after a mortar hit the building and left a hole in the wall. Both articles have pictures of 2nd BCT soldiers.
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The Desert Strike FRG site has a new letter from 2nd BCT Commander Col. Gary S. Patton. The letter has three main points:
1) the brigade is "very busy right now preparing for the first free election in the history of Iraq. Our mission is to neutralize the insurgents and create a safe and secure environment for voters on election day Jan 30."
2) R&R Leave: More than 1,000 Soldiers have taken leave since the program began Nov 1. 385-430 Soldiers are given leave each month. Col. Patton's "goal is to provide everyone a leave or pass opportunity during our deployment, and this includes senior leaders and commanders."
3) Redeployment home: the official orders state the 2nd BCT deployed Aug 2004 for a scheduled 1 year deployment. The tour has not been extended, but no official redeployment date has been given.
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Other articles from the region:
- Washington Post (reg req'd): Iraqis' Readiness Disputed in Hearing
- Stars & Stripes: Half of IRR call-ups seek delays, deferments; hundreds are no-shows
- Knight Ridder: Army scrounging to boost troops in Iraq
- LA Times (reg req'd): U.S. to Overhaul Training of Iraqi Forces
- NY Times (reg req'd): Logistical Challenges Remain Before Iraqis Cast Ballots
- Christian Science Monitor: Iraq's critical Sistani factor
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