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U.S. begins logistical buildup near Iraq
SF Chronicle ^ | 8-19-02 | Eric Schmitt, Thom Shanker - NY Times

Posted on 08/19/2002 4:54:08 AM PDT by Oldeconomybuyer

Edited on 04/13/2004 2:40:47 AM PDT by Jim Robinson. [history]

Washington -- In the first tangible signs of a logistical buildup around Iraq, the Pentagon is sending weapons and other supplies to the Middle East that could be a critical part of the war stocks if President Bush decides to attack Iraqi President Saddam Hussein, Defense Department and military officials say.


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TOPICS: Foreign Affairs; Government; News/Current Events; Politics/Elections
KEYWORDS: axisofevil; iraq; logistical; military; saddam

1 posted on 08/19/2002 4:54:08 AM PDT by Oldeconomybuyer
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To: Oldeconomybuyer
The $64,000 question is, "At what port will these ships unload their cargo?"
2 posted on 08/19/2002 4:56:49 AM PDT by dennisw
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To: Oldeconomybuyer
Looks like were picking up are big stick again!
3 posted on 08/19/2002 6:15:20 AM PDT by BossyRoofer
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To: Oldeconomybuyer
bump
4 posted on 08/19/2002 12:51:05 PM PDT by Prodigal Son
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