Sept. 1, 2010

Mullen notes Iraq’s progress from ‘desperate’ situation

BAGHDAD (Sept. 1, 2010) — On his way here, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff paused to take stock of the progress he’s seen in Iraq since he took office in 2007.

Sept. 1, 2010

Obama thanks servicemembers for Iraq war contributions

WASHINGTON (Aug. 31, 2010) — President Obama traveled today to Fort Bliss, Texas, to pay tribute to the post’s servicemembers, whose contributions and those of their comrades made possible tomorrow’s milestone in Iraq.

Sept. 1, 2010

Odierno steps aside as USF-Iraq commander

CAMP VICTORY, Iraq (Sept. 1, 2010) - Gen. Raymond Odierno relinquished command of United States Forces - Iraq to Gen. Lloyd J. Austin III as Operation New Dawn began on Wednesday.