An Iraqi soldier from 3rd Battalion, 5th Brigade, 2nd
An Iraqi soldier from 3rd Battalion, 5th Brigade, 2nd Iraqi Army Division, passes out soccer balls to children during a "Good Neighbor Mission" in Palestine, Iraq, Nov. 1, 2008.
Iraqi soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 6th Brigade, 2nd
Iraqi soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 6th Brigade, 2nd Division Iraqi army, deliver bags of food to families during a humanitarian aid mission in the Hay Al Tinek neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 6.
The remains of a statue stands in front of an entrance
The remains of a statue stands in front of an entrance to the Shrine of Hatra, in Hatra, Iraq, Nov. 20. Hatra is one of three areas in Iraq that is a World Heritage site. United Nations Educational, Scientific,... More
Iraqi national police Brig.Gen. Majit (right) from
Iraqi national police Brig.Gen. Majit (right) from Salah Battalion, national police of Mosul, talks to local vendors during a joint dismounted patrol in the Al Rissala market in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 21, 2009.
Iraqi policemen practice arresting techniques during
Iraqi policemen practice arresting techniques during a defense training class at the Mosul Public Service Academy in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 19.
U.S. Army Capt. Rick Brunson (left), chaplain for 215th
U.S. Army Capt. Rick Brunson (left), chaplain for 215th Brigade Support Battalion, shows what once was a kiln and storage area at Saint Elijah Monastery to soldiers during a tour there at Forward Operating Base... More
Iraqi children wait for U.S. Soldiers from 413th and
Iraqi children wait for U.S. Soldiers from 413th and 415th Civil Affairs Battalion to hand out food, clothing and school supplies to them in Al Mamoon, Iraq, Oct. 31, 2008.
The remains of a portal to a ziggurat in the ancient
The remains of a portal to a ziggurat in the ancient city of Ashur, the site is now known as Qalat Shergat, Iraq, Nov. 21. Ashur is one of three areas in Iraq that is a World Heritage site.
An Iraqi village leader watches as Iraqi soldiers from
An Iraqi village leader watches as Iraqi soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 6th Brigade, 2nd Division Iraqi army, deliver bags of food to families in his village in the Hay Al Tinek neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 6.
Iraqi men wait to allowed into an Iraqi police station
Iraqi men wait to allowed into an Iraqi police station in Nimrud, Iraq, Dec. 15, 2008. These Iraqis are applying for a road repair project.
An Iraqi village leader watches as an Iraqi soldier
An Iraqi village leader watches as an Iraqi soldier from 3rd Battalion, 6th Brigade, 2nd Division Iraqi army, delivers bags of food to families in his village in the Hay Al Tinek neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 6.
Iraqi soldiers of 3rd Battalion, 3rd Brigade, 1st Iraqi
Iraqi soldiers of 3rd Battalion, 3rd Brigade, 1st Iraqi army Division conduct a patrol in the Al Hodba neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 24, 2008.
The Saint Elijah Monastery at Forward Operating Base
The Saint Elijah Monastery at Forward Operating Base Marez in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 21, 2009. The monastery was built between 300-500 A.D. and tours are provided by the chaplain.
Iraqi national policemen from 2nd Battalion National
Iraqi national policemen from 2nd Battalion National Police Command distribute food to local Iraqis during a humanitarian aid in the Zinjali neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Nov. 16.
U.S. Army Sgt. Patrick Heyman, Grim Troop, 2nd Squadron,
U.S. Army Sgt. Patrick Heyman, Grim Troop, 2nd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, pulls guard on a rooftop of an Iraqi police station while conducting a reconnaissance patrol in Hammam Al Alill, Iraq, Oct. 28, 2008.
U.S. Army Sgt. Leslie Boyanton of Ironhawk Troop, 3rd
U.S. Army Sgt. Leslie Boyanton of Ironhawk Troop, 3rd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment from Fort Hood, Texas, searches a house during a patrol in the Al Qirwan neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 24, 2008.
Iraqi policemen chat with each other at an Iraqi police
Iraqi policemen chat with each other at an Iraqi police station in Nimrud, Iraq, Dec. 15, 2008.
U.S. Soldiers from 2nd Platoon, Lightning Troop, 3rd
U.S. Soldiers from 2nd Platoon, Lightning Troop, 3rd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment and Iraqi soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 7th Brigade, 2nd Iraqi Army Division, visit a classroom in Sahaba Primary Schoo... More
Diane Crowe, Public Diplomacy Officer, Provincial
Diane Crowe, Public Diplomacy Officer, Provincial Reconstruction Team, explores the ancient city of Ashur, the site is now known as Qalat Shergat, Iraq, Nov. 21. Ashur is one of three areas in Iraq that is a Wo... More
Rock star Kid Rock, and musician Zac Brown perform
Rock star Kid Rock, and musician Zac Brown perform for service members during a USO show at Forward Operating Base Marez in Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 19, 2008.
Singer Kellie Pickler (left) steps outside of the blue
Singer Kellie Pickler (left) steps outside of the blue room to watch comedian John Bowman during a USO show at Forward Operating Base Marez in Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 19, 2008. The tour showcased singers Kid Rock and... More
Iraqi men wait in line to apply for a road repair project
Iraqi men wait in line to apply for a road repair project at an Iraqi police station in Nimrud, Iraq, Dec. 15, 2008. About 192 Iraqis will be hired for the road repair project.
Iraqi Army Lt. Fasao (left) of 3rd Battalion, 3rd Brigade,
Iraqi Army Lt. Fasao (left) of 3rd Battalion, 3rd Brigade, 1st Iraqi Army Division and U.S. Army 1st Lt. Jeremy Glossen (center) of Ironhawk Troop, 3rd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment from Fort Hood, Tex... More
Iraqi soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 7th Brigade, 2nd
Iraqi soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 7th Brigade, 2nd Iraqi army Division, handed out school supplies to children during a "Good Neighbor Mission" at Sahaba primary school in the Tamooz neighborhood of Mosul, Ira... More
U.S. Navy Adm. Michael Mullen, Chief Joint Chiefs of
U.S. Navy Adm. Michael Mullen, Chief Joint Chiefs of Staff, meets soldiers and hands out coins during a USO show at Forward Operating Base Marez in Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 19, 2008. The tour showcased singers Kid Roc... More
The remains of the Nabu Temple in the ancient city
The remains of the Nabu Temple in the ancient city of Calah, which is now known as Nimrud, Iraq, Nov. 19. Nimrud is in consideration by United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization to becom... More
An Iraqi police student loads magazines with ammo during
An Iraqi police student loads magazines with ammo during a pistol firing class at the Mosul Public Service Academy in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 19.
Iraqi police students shoot at the kneeling position
Iraqi police students shoot at the kneeling position during a pistol firing class at the Mosul Public Service Academy in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 19.
An Iraqi policeman learns pistol firing techniques
An Iraqi policeman learns pistol firing techniques at the Mosul Public Service Academy in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 19.
Rock star, Kid Rock, performs for service members during
Rock star, Kid Rock, performs for service members during a USO show at Forward Operating Base Marez in Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 19.
U.S. Army Spc. Michael Brown, 1st Battalion, 8th Infantry
U.S. Army Spc. Michael Brown, 1st Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, Fort Carson, Colo., inputs data into a Handheld Interagency Identity Detection Equipment, while interpreter, Ali, translates for him in Nimrud... More
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Jaqueson Poirer of Ironhawk
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Jaqueson Poirer of Ironhawk Troop, 3rd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, and orphaned Iraqi children pose for a group photo during a Humanitarian Aid mission at the Orphanage of S... More
U.S. Army Soldiers from Grim Troop, 2nd Squadron, 3rd
U.S. Army Soldiers from Grim Troop, 2nd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment conduct a patrol at Hammam Al Alill, Iraq, Oct. 26, 2008.
The museum quality replica of a whale tooth in its
The museum quality replica of a whale tooth in its case to be presented to the Shrine of Jonah in Nabi Younis neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Nov. 30. The Imam was presented with a museum quality replica of a whal... More
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. JoAnn S. Makinano, Combat
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. JoAnn S. Makinano, Combat Photojournalist, from 1st Combat Camera Sq., Charleston Air Force Base, S.C., is "workin' it" during a joint patrol between U.S. soldiers from 3rd Squadron, 3... More
An Iraqi soldier from 3rd Battalion, 5th Brigade, 2nd
An Iraqi soldier from 3rd Battalion, 5th Brigade, 2nd Iraqi Army Division, passes out bags of clothes and shoes to children during a "Good Neighbor Mission" in Palestine, Iraq, Nov. 1, 2008.
U.S.Army Capt. Alexander Rasmussen from 1st Battalion,
U.S.Army Capt. Alexander Rasmussen from 1st Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, Fort Carson, Colo., shows an Iraqi boy how to give a high five in the Al Karama neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 3.
Iraqi army Maj. Hussein Abraham, 3rd Battalion, 6th
Iraqi army Maj. Hussein Abraham, 3rd Battalion, 6th Brigade, 2nd Division Iraqi Army, hands food to a man during a humanitarian aid mission in the Hay Al Tinek neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Nov. 24.
U.S. Army Sgt. Thomas Williams of the 302nd Military
U.S. Army Sgt. Thomas Williams of the 302nd Military Police Company compliments Iraqi police students on their targets during a pistol firing class at the Mosul Public Service Academy in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 19.
Iraqi mayor Zuher Muhsin Mohammed visits students and
Iraqi mayor Zuher Muhsin Mohammed visits students and passes out school supplies, shirts and hats to them at the Al-Amel Institute for the Deaf and Mute in Mosul, Iraq, Nov. 11.
Iraqi soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 6th Brigade, 2nd
Iraqi soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 6th Brigade, 2nd Division Iraqi Army hand out bags of food to locals in the Hay Al Tinek neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Nov. 24.
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Adrienne Brammer, Combat
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Adrienne Brammer, Combat Videographer, 1st Combat Camera Squadron, Charleston Air Force Base, S.C., documents U.S. Soldiers and Iraqi soldiers while an Iraqi boy watches over her shoul... More
Iraqi national police Brig.Gen. Majit (right) from
Iraqi national police Brig.Gen. Majit (right) from Salah Battalion, national police of Mosul, with his personal security detail talk to local vendors during a joint dismounted patrol in the Al Rissala market in... More
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Brian Kinsler, 3rd Squadron,
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Brian Kinsler, 3rd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, and Iraqi soldiers play soccer while on a patrol in Al Muhandiseen, Iraq, Oct. 30, 2008.
Iraqi soldiers from 2nd Division Iraqi army prepare
Iraqi soldiers from 2nd Division Iraqi army prepare the case that will hold a museum quality replica whale tooth to replace the long lost whale tooth to the Shrine of Jonah in Mosul, Iraq, Nov. 30.
Members of the Provincial Reconstruction Team and
Members of the Provincial Reconstruction Team and representatives of United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization visit the ancient city of Calah, which is now known as Nimrud, Iraq, Nov. 1... More
U.S. Army Soldiers of Ironhawk Troop, 3rd Squadron,
U.S. Army Soldiers of Ironhawk Troop, 3rd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, and orphaned Iraqi children sing Christmas carols during a Humanitarian Aid mission at the Orphanage of Saint Joseph in Al Qosh,... More
U.S. Army Sgt. Phillip Brown of Ironhawk Troop, 3rd
U.S. Army Sgt. Phillip Brown of Ironhawk Troop, 3rd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, carries a box of toys into the Orphanage of Saint Joseph in Al Qosh, Iraq, Dec. 23.
U.S. Soldiers from Salah Battalion and 3rd Brigade
U.S. Soldiers from Salah Battalion and 3rd Brigade National Police Transition Team conduct a joint dismounted patrol through the Al Rissala market in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 21, 2009.
U.S. Soldiers from 3rd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry
U.S. Soldiers from 3rd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment and Iraqi soldiers conduct a joint operation patrol at Al Muhandiseen, Iraq, Oct. 30, 2008.
Iraqi soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 7th Brigade, 2nd
Iraqi soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 7th Brigade, 2nd Iraqi army Division visit a classroom during a "Good Neighbor Mission" at Sahaba Primary School in the Tamooz neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Nov. 5, 2008. Duri... More
U.S. Army Capt. Rick Brunson (left), chaplain for 215th
U.S. Army Capt. Rick Brunson (left), chaplain for 215th Brigade Support Battalion, explains the history of Saint Elijah Monastery to soldiers during a tour at Forward Operating Base Marez in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 21, 2009.
Iraqi Mayor Zuher Muhsin Mohammed makes a notes while
Iraqi Mayor Zuher Muhsin Mohammed makes a notes while standing with students during a visit to the Al- Amel Institute for the Deaf and Mute in Mosul, Iraq, Nov. 11, 2008. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jo... More
Iraqi national police Gen. Mohammed, Commander of 3rd
Iraqi national police Gen. Mohammed, Commander of 3rd Division national police of Mosul, meets with local leaders to discuss neighborhood issues in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 21, 2009.
Iraqi national policemen from 2nd Battalion National
Iraqi national policemen from 2nd Battalion National Police Command, load bags of food onto a truck to conduct a humanitarian aid in the Zinjali neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Nov. 16.
Members of the Provincial Reconstruction Team and
Members of the Provincial Reconstruction Team and representatives of United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, visit the Nabu Temple in the ancient city of Calah, which is now known as ... More
An Iraqi man receives food from Iraqi national policemen
An Iraqi man receives food from Iraqi national policemen from 2nd Battalion National Police Command during a humanitarian aid in the Zinjali neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Nov. 16.
An Iraqi police student shoots in the kneeling position
An Iraqi police student shoots in the kneeling position during a pistol firing class at the Mosul Public Service Academy in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 19.
A portrait of an Iraqi man in an Iraqi police station
A portrait of an Iraqi man in an Iraqi police station in Nimrud, Iraq, Dec. 15, 2008.
Iraqi national police Col. Moslet from Salah Battalion,
Iraqi national police Col. Moslet from Salah Battalion, national police of Mosul, visits a local vendor during a joint dismounted patrol through the Al Rissala market in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 21, 2009.
U.S. Army Sgt. Shawn Mendoza, Grim Troop, 2nd Squadron,
U.S. Army Sgt. Shawn Mendoza, Grim Troop, 2nd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, is greeted by children during a patrol in the town of Hammam Al Alill, Iraq, Oct. 27, 2008.
U.S. Army Sgt. William Allen, a medic from Grim Troop,
U.S. Army Sgt. William Allen, a medic from Grim Troop, 2nd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, examines a Iraqi local during a reconnaissance patrol at Hammam Al Alill, Iraq, Oct. 28, 2008.
U.S. Army Sgt. Shawn Mendoza, Grim Troop, 2nd Squadron,
U.S. Army Sgt. Shawn Mendoza, Grim Troop, 2nd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, is greeted by children during a patrol in the town of Hammam Al Alill, Iraq, Oct. 27, 2008.
U.S. Army Capt. Alexander Rasmussen from 1st Battalion,
U.S. Army Capt. Alexander Rasmussen from 1st Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment and Iraqi army Maj. Mohammed Hussien from 3rd Battalion, 9th Brigade, 3rd Iraqi army division, drop off a generator to local locksmi... More
U.S. Army Capt. Hunter Bowers, from Lightning Troop,
U.S. Army Capt. Hunter Bowers, from Lightning Troop, 3rd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, Iraqi Col. Abdul Amir, Commander of 3rd Battalion, 6th Brigade, 2nd Division Iraqi Army, and villagers pose for a... More
U.S. Navy Adm. Michael Mullen, chief, Joint Chiefs
U.S. Navy Adm. Michael Mullen, chief, Joint Chiefs of Staff, addresses service members during a United Services Organizations show at Forward Operating Base Marez in Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 19. The tour showcased sin... More
Iraqi soldiers of 3rd Battalion, 3rd Brigade, 1st Iraqi
Iraqi soldiers of 3rd Battalion, 3rd Brigade, 1st Iraqi army Division conduct a patrol in the Al Hodba neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 24, 2008.
Iraqi girls wait for U.S. Soldiers from 413th and 415th
Iraqi girls wait for U.S. Soldiers from 413th and 415th Civil Affairs Battalion to hand out food, clothing and school supplies to them in Al Mamoon, Iraq, Oct. 31, 2008.
Comedian John Bowman entertains service members during
Comedian John Bowman entertains service members during a USO show at Forward Operating Base Marez in Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 19, 2008. Other performances included singers Kid Rock and Kellie Pickler, actress Tisha Ar... More
An Iraqi boy watches as U.S. Soldiers and Iraqi soldiers
An Iraqi boy watches as U.S. Soldiers and Iraqi soldiers pass by his bakery in the Al Karama neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 3.
Iraqi police students receive their scores after a
Iraqi police students receive their scores after a pistol firing class at the Mosul Public Service Academy in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 19.
Iraqi soldier from 2nd Division, Iraqi army, provides
Iraqi soldier from 2nd Division, Iraqi army, provides security atop a hospital building during visit providing free medical exams to locals in the Al Zahraa neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 1.
Iraqi army Lt. Fasao from 3rd Battalion, 3rd Brigade,
Iraqi army Lt. Fasao from 3rd Battalion, 3rd Brigade, 1st Iraqi army Division stops to purchase batteries for his radio during a patrol in the Al Qirwan neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 24, 2008.
U.S. Army 1st Lt. Benjamin Hormann, Regimental Headquarters,
U.S. Army 1st Lt. Benjamin Hormann, Regimental Headquarters, Headquarters Troop Recon, Provincial Reconstruction Team watches as visitors explore a queen's tomb in what once was the Northwest palace in the anci... More
Iraqi women receive food from Iraqi national policemen
Iraqi women receive food from Iraqi national policemen from 2nd Battalion National Police Command during a humanitarian aid in the Zinjali neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Nov. 16.
Temple of Mrn is one of thirteen temples that are a
Temple of Mrn is one of thirteen temples that are a part of the Shrine of Hatra, in Hatra, Iraq, Nov. 20. Hatra is one of three areas in Iraq that is a World Heritage site. United Nations Educational, Scientifi... More
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Adam Collins, 415th Civil Affairs
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Adam Collins, 415th Civil Affairs Battalion, hands out food, clothing and school supplies to a displaced Iraqi living in Al Mamoon, Iraq, Oct. 31, 2008.
Iraqi children line up to receive goodies from Iraqi
Iraqi children line up to receive goodies from Iraqi soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 5th Brigade, 2nd Iraqi Army Division, conducting a "Good Neighbor Mission" passing out bags of clothes, shoes and soccer balls i... More
U.S. Navy Adm. Michael Mullen, chief Joint Chiefs of
U.S. Navy Adm. Michael Mullen, chief Joint Chiefs of Staff, greets Soldiers and hands out coins during a USO show at Forward Operating Base Marez in Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 19. The tour showcased singers Kid Rock and... More
Iraqi army Lt. Fasao and a soldier from 3rd Battalion,
Iraqi army Lt. Fasao and a soldier from 3rd Battalion, 3rd Brigade, 1st Iraqi army division question a man during a patrol in the Al Qirwan neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 24, 2008.
Iraqi soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 5th Brigade, 2nd
Iraqi soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 5th Brigade, 2nd Iraqi Army Division, conduct a "Good Neighbor Mission" passing out bags of clothes, shoes and soccer balls to children in Palestine, Iraq, Nov. 1, 2008.
An Iraqi village leader watches as Iraqi soldiers from
An Iraqi village leader watches as Iraqi soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 6th Brigade, 2nd Division Iraqi army, deliver bags of food to families in his village in the Hay Al Tinek neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 6.
Iraqi policemen practice arresting techniques during
Iraqi policemen practice arresting techniques during a defense training class at the Mosul Public Service Academy in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 19.
An Iraqi national policeman from Salah Battalion, national
An Iraqi national policeman from Salah Battalion, national police of Mosul, provides security during a joint dismounted patrol the Al Rissala market in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 21, 2009.
U.S. Army Spc. Dave Farr and Staff Sgt. Adam Collins,
U.S. Army Spc. Dave Farr and Staff Sgt. Adam Collins, 415th Civil Affairs Battalion, give out food, clothing and school supplies to displaced Iraqis living on the outskirts of Al Mamoon, Iraq, Oct. 31, 2008.
Displaced Iraqis wait for U.S. Soldiers from 413th
Displaced Iraqis wait for U.S. Soldiers from 413th and 415th Civil Affairs Battalion to hand out food, clothing and school supplies to them in Al Mamoon, Iraq, Oct. 31, 2008.
New Zealand Army Lt. Col. Brett Wellington, Military
New Zealand Army Lt. Col. Brett Wellington, Military Liason Officer to the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq, explores a queen's tomb in what once was the Northwest palace in the ancient city of Calah,... More
A U.S. Soldier from 1st Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment,
A U.S. Soldier from 1st Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, Fort Carson, Colo., approaches local locksmith, Amar Masin, to give him a new generator the Al Karama neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Dec. 3.
U.S. Army Private 1st Class Heath Shanklin, Grim Troop,
U.S. Army Private 1st Class Heath Shanklin, Grim Troop, 2nd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, conducts a patrol with Iraqi police personnel at Hammam Al Alill, Iraq, Oct. 28, 2008.
Iraqi Solayman Husain Monhayan, site manager, shows
Iraqi Solayman Husain Monhayan, site manager, shows old photographs of previous archeological excavations in the Shrine of Hatra, in Hatra, Iraq, Nov. 20. Hatra is one of three areas in Iraq that is a World Her... More
Members of the Provincial Reconstruction Team and
Members of the Provincial Reconstruction Team and representatives of United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, visit the Nabu Temple in the ancient city of Calah, which is now known as ... More
Iraqi police Pvt. Lu'ay Ali Sa'eed (center) teaches
Iraqi police Pvt. Lu'ay Ali Sa'eed (center) teaches arresting techniques during a defense training class at the Mosul Public Service Academy in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 19.
U.S. soldiers tour the Saint Elijah Monastery at Forward
U.S. soldiers tour the Saint Elijah Monastery at Forward Operating Base Marez in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 21, 2009. The monastery was built between 300-500 A.D. and tours are provided by the chaplain.
Iraqi students from the Al-Amel Institute for the Deaf
Iraqi students from the Al-Amel Institute for the Deaf and Mute pose for the camera in Mosul, Iraq, Nov. 11.
An Iraqi policeman from 2nd Battalion National Police
An Iraqi policeman from 2nd Battalion National Police Command helps children carry a bag of food home during a humanitarian aid in the Zinjali neighborhood of Mosul, Iraq, Nov. 16.
Members of the Provincial Reconstruction Team and
Members of the Provincial Reconstruction Team and representatives of United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, visit the Northwest palace in the ancient city of Calah, which is now know... More
U.S. Soldiers from Crazy Horse Troop, 1st Squadron,
U.S. Soldiers from Crazy Horse Troop, 1st Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment provide security for the Provincial Reconstruction Team and representatives of United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultur... More
A view of what once was a palace (left) and ziggurat
A view of what once was a palace (left) and ziggurat (right) and the ancient city of Ashur, the site is now known as Qalat Shergat, Iraq, Nov. 21. Ashur is one of three areas in Iraq that is a World Heritage site.
Sami Al Khoja, representative of United Nations Educational,
Sami Al Khoja, representative of United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization Irbil, explores the ancient city of Ashur, the site is now known as Qalat Shergat, Iraq, Nov. 21. Ashur is one ... More
Iraqi children pose for the camera in the Al Rissala
Iraqi children pose for the camera in the Al Rissala market in Mosul, Iraq, Jan. 21, 2009.