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This Generation’s Ernie Pyle

The NEW YORK POST reviews Michael Yon’s new book.

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Iraq’s Progress

In line with my last post, McQ salutes the professionalism of our troops in the context of Michael Yon’s latest. Read ‘em both. Of particular note is Yon’s response to us having to pay those who work with us after … Continue reading

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AQI’s Last Stand?

Al Qaeda’s efforts in Iraq have been less than successful over the past year, due in large part to the Anbar Awakening and the related Councils of Concerned Citizens/Sons of Iraq movements, and the support offered those movements by Petraeus’ … Continue reading

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I think I need to say this again

If you haven’t had a chance to read Yon’s latest report from Iraq, I will reiterate that you need to do so. Fred Kagan and Anthony Cordesmann make an appearance, but the real interest is the dynamics in the population … Continue reading

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The NYT on Michael Yon

The New York Times lengthy and favorable look at Michael Yon‘s extraordinary efforts in Iraq is well worth reading today.

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Moment of Truth in Iraq

Another excellent post by Michael Yon giving a recap of his years in Iraq, and especially this last year of the “Surge.” Some very important news, Michael is publishing a book this spring. You can pre-order it here which has … Continue reading

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