35 US Troops Wounded

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[RWR8189]

35 US soldiers wounded in a mortar attack in Iraq.

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[Brad’s Gramma]

I just saw your post....I'd be honored to pray for Matt.

[Prince Charles]

Thanks. :)

[Brad’s Gramma]

Keep everyone posted, will you??? And please tell Matt THANK YOU!!!!

[Prince Charles]

I sure will. He's probably going to be there at least 6 months, from what I understand. Stationed to the west of Baghdad.

[Brad’s Gramma]

Do you have a favorite thread that you frequent? The Dose? The Canteen?

[Prince Charles]

Not really; I usually just scan through the latest threads when I get some time to come in here and look at things. BTW, how did Little Logan do after his doctor visit?

[Brad’s Gramma]

He has another appointment, with another doctor (next week, I believe)...we still don't have answers..soooooo, PLEASE keep on praying for that little guy!! Thanks!

[Prince Charles]

For sure I'll keep him in mind.

[boxerblues]

Thank you for the updates...stay safe

[boxerblues]

I just got an e-mail back from a Major in charge of communications at the 3rd COSCOM PAO, and while he can't release any names of injured, he said that Eric's name is NOT on his list.

That is great news! The power of prayer? Last summer when my son was injured the FR prayer warriors helped to keep him safe & well, and calmed this mom down.

[Simcha7]

SHALOM!

Dear OhioWfan,

Thank You for sharing the UpDate on your Precious Son ERIC.

We humble ourselves before The Throne of our GOD, HE is Faithful.

HE is abounding in Grace and Tender Mercies, HE lifts ERIC and our TROOPS UP with HIS Mighty Right Arm.

FOR HIS GLORY!

Baruch HaShem...Hebrew meaning: BLESS THE NAME (of The LORD!)

Thank YOU O LORD our GOD, KING of The Universe.

Amen ~ and ~ Amen.

[DollyCali]

Yes, I feel badly about what I heard about the killing of the wild cats there.. we have the same thing here with slaughter of the "maybe problematic" calves & cows.

You seem to have a tender heart and that is why you are also at this thread. Thank you for your concern & caring for our soldiers all the way from china

[E.G.C.]

BTTT!!!!!!

[serurier]

Thank you very much,I believe that U.S. army will change that the army will make, their tactics and weapon will be more and more advanced, We support U.S. army,for world people's freedom and security.

[rbessenger]

Great News. Prayers for her and more so for all of those who don't have as good of news today.

[Ragtime Cowgirl]

Good news! Praise God!

Thank you for the updates. Keeping Eric and his troops (and his mom, dad and sis) in prayer.

Amen and amen!

[OldFriend]

Thanks for the update. I pray she hears from Eric soon so her heart can be relieved. We all feel that Eric is our son too.<P<Prayers for those injured in the attack and the one soldier who lost his life.

[Ragtime Cowgirl]

FoxNews update:

BAGHDAD, Iraq  — A mortar attack on a U.S. base west of Baghdad killed one U.S. soldier and wounded 33 more Wednesday, Fox News has learned.

Most of the wounded suffered minor wounds, but eight soldiers were air-lifted for more serious injuries. One civilian was also wounded during the attack.

Six mortar rounds exploded about 6:45 p.m. Wednesday at Logistical Base Seitz (search) west of Baghdad, in the so-called Sunni Muslim triangle that is a stronghold of resistance to the U.S. occupation of Iraq, a spokesman said.

Army officials told Fox News that they could not return fire at the attackers because the shells were being fired from a residential area.

"The wounded soldiers were given first aid and have been evacuated from the site for further medical treatment," the statement said. The Pentagon added that the soldiers were from the Army's 541st Maintenance Battalion, based in Fort Riley, Kan., and part of the 3rd Corps Support Command.

The mortars hit "a living area where they have their sleeping quarters," the spokesman said.

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,107671,00.html

[Ragtime Cowgirl]

CENTCOM update:

January 8, 2004
Release Number: 04-01-08C


COSCOM SOLDIER DIES AS A RESULT OF INJURIES

BALAD, Iraq – One 3rd Corps Support Command soldier was killed, thirty-three soldiers were wounded and one civilian was wounded as a result of the mortar attack at Logistical Base Seitz, west of Baghdad which occurred Jan. 7 at approximately 6:45 p.m.

An initial report states that six, 60mm mortar rounds impacted inside the camp resulting in the thirty-four soldiers being wounded; one of whom, despite the best efforts of the soldiers at the scene and medical personnel, died of his wounds.

After on-the-spot medical evaluation and treatment, seven soldiers were returned to duty while the others were transported by air and ground ambulances to the 28th Combat Support Hospital for treatment.

The name of the soldier killed and names of those wounded are being withheld pending next-of-kin notification.

This incident is being investigated.

http://www.centcom.mil/CENTCOMNews/Casualty_Report.asp?CasualtyReport=20040108.txt

[SnarlinCubBear]

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