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January 28, 2004
Release Number: 04-01-73
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ICDC CAPABILITIES, RESPONSIBILITIES GROW THROUGH AL ANBAR
AR RAMADI, Iraq - The capabilities of the Iraqi Civil Defense Corps (ICDC) are growing steadily as they continue to independently operate in the Al Anbar province to provide peace and stability for the region.
During the last 24 hours, ICDC soldiers conducted 13 independent patrols and 15 joint patrols with soldiers from Task Force "All American."
Elements of the ICDC now have permanent barracks. All ICDC soldiers have standardized uniforms and are issued weapons to provide the security needed for the reconstruction of Iraq
In Al Qa'im, the ICDC battalion now has a permanent headquarters and barracks where platoons live and operate.
The ICDC, local Iraqi Police and Iraqi Border Guards continue to grow and their abilities are rapidly increasing. These security forces are key to the future security of Iraq. They will be responsible for providing security, peace and safety to the people of the Al Anbar province. The efforts and dedication of the security forces have been shown in the countless independent and joint patrols conducted in the region, as well as during police investigations and cordon and search operations.
Iraqi security forces are the key to the successful transition from Coalition to Iraqi control. Task Force "All American" will continue to train the security forces to ensure a rapid and seamless transition.
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