Operation Gimlet Silent Sniper (July 2004)

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Coalition forces kept the pressure on anti-Iraqi force leaders by conducting Operation Gimlet Silent Sniper in July 2004. Troops from Task Force 1-21 Infantry and Task Force 1-27 Infantry engaged in multiple searches and raids looking to capture or kill cell leaders in Kirkuk. At least two individuals were detained.

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