The U.S.-led invasion of Iraq, known as Operation Iraqi Freedom, began on March 19–20, 2003, with “shock and awe” airstrikes on Baghdad targeting Saddam Hussein and key military leadership. The initial assault, which included Tomahawk cruise missile strikes, preceded a ground invasion aimed at dismantling the regime and eliminating its alleged weapons of mass destruction. | History In Pictures

Marine veteran, Miguel Linares speaks on preparing to invade Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom 2003. His story is available on the Urban Valor Podcast and YT channel 🦅🌎⚓️🪖#marines #iraq #invasion #2003 #war #urbanvalor #military #veteran #story | Urban Valor