[Future Snake Eater]

There are great parts of Iraq, like Sadr city, that US forces have been reluctant to enter.

Until my company went in there. Then we wondered what all the fuss was about.

The US has also made pragmatic deals with former insurgents to further security.

It had to happen eventually. And it's paid off immensely.

[uksupport1]

You have my absolute respect, Sir, for your service.