Before departing for the day’s mission, U.S. Army 1st Lt. Jamie Vasquez, a platoon leader from Company C 160th Infantry Regiment, California Army National Guard, gives a patrol briefing. Keeping the unit informed of what the convoy’s route, destination, mission and potential enemy activity is key to the survival of his soldiers and passengers. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. John Queen Steel Dragons Reach Half-Million Mile Mark By U.S. Army Sgt. John Queen / 3rd Brigade Combat Team BAGHDAD, Iraq, Sept. 15, 2004 — Soldiers of 2nd Battalion, 82nd Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division reached a milestone...