Military operation

Operation Spear

Jun 2005 · 34.38° N, 41.03° E

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When
Jun 2005
Kind
Military operation
Coordinates
34.38° N, 41.03° E
Description
2005 US military action in Iraq

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Operation Spear

2005 US military action in Karabillah, Iraq

Operation Spear was a United States operation, conducted by U.S. Marines, in Karabillah, Iraq, announced in June 2005. The main objective was to provide proof of foreign fighters, mainly Syrian, passing through the borders between Iraq and Syria. Marines from Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marines (3/25), Kilo and Weapons Companies, 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marines (3/2) took part.

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