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NEWS RELEASE
HEADQUARTERS UNITED STATES CENTRAL COMMAND
7115 South Boundary Boulevard
MacDill AFB, Fla. 33621-5101
Phone: (813) 827-5894; FAX: (813) 827-2211; DSN 651-5894

January 2, 2004
Release Number: 04-01-03


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


TASK FORCE "ALL AMERICAN" UPDATE

AR RAMADI, Iraq - The 82nd Airborne Division and its subordinate units, also known as Task Force "All American", continued missions yesterday to capture enemy personnel who continue violence against coalition forces and the people of Al Anbar.

During the last 24 hours, the 82nd Airborne Division and subordinate elements conducted 204 patrols, 15 of which were joint patrols with Iraqis, and carried out two cordon and searches. One enemy was wounded and 13 were captured during these operations. Also, TF "All American" soldiers denied entry to 182 personnel at the border crossing at Trebil - all due to insufficient documentation. No one was turned away at Tanif, Husaybah, or Ar.

This afternoon in 3rd Brigade's area, paratroopers conducting a route reconnaissance identified three personnel carrying illegal weapons. The paratroopers detained the Iraqis for possession of the weapons. One of the detainees attempted to escape at which point he was wounded with small arms fire. The wounded individual was evacuated to the 28th CSH in Baghdad.

This morning in 1st Brigade's area, soldiers conducted a cordon and search of three target locations in Ar Ramadi. The operation resulted in the capture of ten enemy personnel including the primary target - an IED cell leader. Additionally, eight hand grenades, seven RPG sights, small arms ammunition, and three hand grenade fuses were confiscated.

An Iraqi Civil Defense Corps class of 165 recruits graduated at FOB Junction City and another class of 254 recruits graduated at the Navea Training Center.

Soldiers from the 82nd Airborne Division, 3rd Armored Calvary Regiment, and the 1st Infantry Division continue to work with the people of Al Anbar to secure a safe environment.

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