The Command Post
Iraq
April 03, 2003
Sacred sites of Iraq

There has been concern that Saddam is storing weapons next to historical sites in the belief that coalition forces won't risk damaging these sites (and the coalition worked out a deal with biblical archeologists directives to preserve certain sites if possible). Here is an interactive map shows historical sites in Iraq that have religious meaning. Once the war is over, you can sign up for this tour.

Posted By Judith (Kesher Talk) at April 3, 2003 02:31 PM | TrackBack
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See also this post and the ones linked. Apparently the ROEs have been relaxed to allow firing on historic buildings etc.

Posted by: Lonewacko at April 3, 2003 03:10 PM
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