Iraq War Stories

Read true stories about soldiers and other heroes making a difference in Iraq.

Iraqi Militants Becoming Citizens

New Iraqi Militants Becoming Citizens

Major General Doug Stone is trying to turn jailed Iraqi militants into citizens. Call him a do-gooder, but guess what? It's working.

Best of America: The Flag Ladies of Freeport, Maine

Best of America: The Flag Ladies of Freeport, Maine

These patriotic women make supporting our troops a weekly mission.

Most Valuable Player

Most Valuable Player

How an injured Iraq war veteran led the New York Giants to a Super Bowl victory without ever setting foot on the field.

Best Patriotic Pitch

Best Patriotic Pitch

One woman tries to restore the nation's respect for our country's National Anthem and what it stands for.

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  • 1 Dreamers
    He switched careers and found his passion -- serving coffee and a dollop of hometown warmth in some very dangerous places.
  • 2 About Our Survey
    Find out more about how we conducted our poll of young voters in the 2008 election.
  • 3 Words From a Wise Man, Melvin Laird
    Former Defense Secretary Melvin Laird talks about his long career, war, and the chances for peace -- especially between Republicans and Democrats.
  • 4 Battlefield Advances
    Remarkable innovations in treating injured soldiers, like Staff Sgt. Jacque Keeslar, will ultimately benefit us all.
  • 5 On the Front Lines
    A day in the life of a combat ER.
  • 6 The Mental Anguish of War
    Sometimes the battle takes a greater toll on the mind than the body.
  • 7 The Firefight
    How one night in Iraq changed three soldiers' lives.
  • 8 Best Search and Save
    Navy medic Chris Walsh heard a woman's cry for help -- then took on a risky new mission.
  • 9 Battlefield Advances
    Remarkable innovations in treating injured soldiers will ultimately benefit us all.

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