Redleg, from wikipedia on falluja.
Again, I like the Marine Corps code of honour. Even they were against what happened. Blackwater had a LOT to do with this operation though, thus, when I talked about the "murder" of Falluja I actually wanted to point my finger at Blackwater, not the Marine Corps.On April 3, the 1st Marine Expeditionary Force received a written command from the Joint Task Force, ordering offensive operations against Fallujah. This order went against the wishes of the Marine Commanders on the ground who wanted to conduct surgical strikes and raids against those suspected of involvement in the Blackwater deaths.[25]
On the night of April 4, the US forces launched a major assault in an attempt to "re-establish security in Fallujah" by encirling it with around 2000 troops.[24][1] At least four homes were hit in aerial strikes, and there was sporadic gunfire throughout the night.
Blackwater pushed the politicians into hasty, ill planned decisions. The Marines unfortunately were the one having to follow Blackwater directives.
I am however aware I did not be clear about that in my OP. However, AGAIN, I have nothing against the Marines. It is mercs I highly dislike. And the political power they have.
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