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On 27 January 2006 Iraqi soldiers from 3rd Brigade, 6th Infantry continued Operation Lighting Baghdad. The operation was to identify, capture and or kill terrorist in various areas of the city. Homes were searched and weapons were confiscated by IA soldiers. The entire area was cordoned before being searched. Convoys of soldiers filled the streets.(Released)US Army photo by SSG Kevin L. Moses Sr

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Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM

Base: Camp Liberty

State: Baghdad

Country: Iraq (IRQ)

Scene Major Command Shown: 10TH MTN DIV

Scene Camera Operator: SSG Kevin L. Moses Sr., USA

Release Status: Released to Public
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