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Battle of Najaf (2003)
2003 • an-Nadschaf
U.S. 3rd Infantry Division U.S. 1st Marine Division U.S. 101st Airborne Division U.S. 173rd Airborne Brigade U.S. 82nd Airborne Division Special Forces British 1st Armoured Division equipo Harris
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Historical Overview
The Battle of Najaf was a major battle in the 2003 U.S. invasion of Iraq. The first stage of the battle was fought when the U.S. 3rd Infantry Division fought to surround the town. The second stage was fought when soldiers from the U.S. 101st Airborne Division fought to clear and secure the city.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Coalition victory.
US Marines
- Commander: unbekannt
- Strength: 3000
- Casualties: gering
Iraq
- Commander: unbekannt
- Strength: 2000
- Casualties: moderat
Strategic Context
Securing flanks of the US advance.
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