Historical recounting of Marne Thunder in OIF.

From: FA Journal | Date: September 1, 2003| Author: Rooker, Robert W. | Copyright information

While artillerymen argue the validity of artillery battle damage assessment (BDA) in forums everywhere, the spirit of the slide remained unquestioned--the artillery battle was truly a one-sided victory for Coalition Forces.

The 3d Div Arty fought hard during the 21-day invasion of Iraq, providing timely and effective fires in support of the division. While in constant enemy contact, artillery units traversed across 600 kilometers and arrived on the steps of Baghdad with ...

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