My Summary:
One hundred and sixty one soldiers of 588 troops became American citizens on the fourth of July. Others re-enlisted into the army to show support. The ceremonies were dedicated to two men who were killed in action before they could be sworn in as citizens. Sgt. Kimel Watt and Spc. Farid Elazzouzi were killed on July 3 and June 14. The oaths were taken at Camp Victory in U.S. Headquarters in Iraq.
...I think it's great that the soldiers would do this to show their proud of being an American. It's also nice that they dedicated the services to 2 of the men who couldn't reinstate themselves. We take being "free" for granted so much. PEOPLE HAVE DIED fighting for OUR FREEDOM, respect the military and support our troops even if you don't agree w/ the Iraq war, it's the least you could do.
From “Daily News Record”
Thursday, July 5, 2007
page: B7
topic: military
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I find it sad that people from other countries are willing to come and fight for the CHANCE at having what too many people here have and so take for granted as to scoff at the military and whine about 'losing freedoms' (though, said whining is proof that they have the freedoms they claim they've lost), and have the courage to stand up where others are not willing.
This is one of my articles from my 2007 summer assignment for my AP Government class. Which can be made into discussions :)
<3 Bridget <3
"Love is like a war. It's easy to start, hard to stop, and impossible to forget."
Well good for you. It is refreshing to find students who don't have the standard "War is bad and the soldiers are war criminals" line.