The Iraq War: One Year Later
Examines the key military and political decisions that have determined the course of the Iraq war, from President Bush's "Axis of Evil" declaration through negotiation, invasion, "Mission Accomplished" and beyond. Experts analyze the design of the war plan and the new technology used in combat such as the F-117 Nighthawk stealth fighter, B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, and Stryker combat vehicles. Frontline footage illuminates key events of the war, including the rescue of Private Jessica Lynch and the successful captures of the critical Karbala Gap and Baghdad Airport.
Cast: Frank Sesno
Season 1
5 episodes
- 1. InvasionFrom the devastating event of September 11, 2001 to President Bush's declaration against the "Axis of Evil," to U.N. negotiations, invasion, and the end of combat operations, explore the decisions made throughout the war and their repercussions.CC45minMar 24, 2004
- 2. Tough GoingThe capture of a number of U.S. combatants, including an Apache Longbow helicopter crew and Private Jessica Lynch, led to dramatic changes in the air war against Iraq and reshaped American expectations at home.CC45minMar 31, 2004
- 3. Baghdad's DoorstepOn the move, the Third Infantry took the critical Karbala Gap, captured the Baghdad airport, and then finally made its first foray into Baghdad.CC45minApr 7, 2004
- 4. Fall of SaddamArmy and Marine forays into Baghdad increased, and Marines helped pull down a statue of Saddam.CC45minApr 14, 2004
- 5. AftermathIn May 2003, as President George Bush stood in front of a banner reading "Mission Accomplished," the lack of infrastructure in Iraq resulted in chaos.CC45minApr 21, 2004
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The Iraq War: One Year Later
Examines the key military and political decisions that have determined the course of the Iraq war, from President Bush's "Axis of Evil" declaration through negotiation, invasion, "Mission Accomplished" and beyond. Experts analyze the design of the war plan and the new technology used in combat such as the F-117 Nighthawk stealth fighter, B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, and Stryker combat vehicles. Frontline footage illuminates key events of the war, including the rescue of Private Jessica Lynch and the successful captures of the critical Karbala Gap and Baghdad Airport.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Terrence L. Martin, Emily M. Bernstein
- Cast
- Frank Sesno
- Studio
- CBS News Productions
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Audio languages
English
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