Explores why some people believe that the 2003 war against Iraq was unjust and illegal, and how they expressed their beliefs through marches, demonstrations, vigils, and other acts of protest.
Describes the history of Iraq, the events during the first Gulf War in 1991, the decade of tension that followed, and actions that led to the United States' attack on that country in 2003.
Discusses some of the key people involved in the decision by President George W. Bush to go to war with Iraq in 2003, including Bush's advisors and his primary ally, British Prime Minister Tony Blair.
Describes the coalition of forty-eight countries which supported the 2003 military action against Iraq, detailing the efforts of the forces provided by the United States, Great Britain, and a handful of other countries.
Provides background on the events leading to the beginning of Operation Iraqi Freedom and discusses the economic, political, and physical rebuilding that has been going on since the end of the major fighting.
Describes events of the 2003 battle in Iraq's capital city, Baghdad, in which a coalition of nations led by the United States and Great Britain attempted to remove Saddam Hussein from power in order to set up a new government.
Discusses some of the advantages and disadvantages of the real-time reporting of the 2003 Iraq War and provides some background on the history of war correspondents.
Presents information on the twenty-first-century Army, Marine Corps, Navy, and Air Force of the United States, including their history, role, structure, and equipment and supplies.
