Iraqis Take Over Training Role
Camp Taji, Iraq -- More than 300 people became Iraq's newest Iraqi National Guard members after completion of a 13-day boot camp. With the graduating class of 04-07, Iraq took one step closer to its complete independence as Multi-National Forces transferred responsibility of the ING Academy to the command of the ING at ceremonies held here, Oct 7.
Prior to the transfer, the academy fell under the control of the First Team's 39th Brigade Combat Team, though instructors for the academy came from all over the Division.
On the order "Post!" the guide-on was passed to the new ING commandant. The responsibility for day-to-day operations is in the hands of the Iraqi National Guard, but Multi-National Forces will still be on hand to help out if asked.
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