Iraq War: One Year Later

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Invasion
Episode overview
Part 1 of five examines the first air and ground assaults as U.S. troops cross the Kuwaiti-Iraqi border and fight in the Rumaila oil field in southern Iraq. Included: comments from military personnel and experts; combat footage
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Tough Going
Episode overview
Part 2 of five recalls the hardships encountered early in the fighting, such as sandstorms and lack of supplies; and the capture of POWs, including Jessica Lynch.
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At Baghdad's Doorstep
Episode overview
Part 3 of five recounts the push towards Baghdad as the Army moves through the Karbala Gap; the Marines face resistance in the east. Also: the rescue of Jessica Lynch.
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Fall of Saddam
Episode overview
Part 4 of five recalls the capture of Baghdad and the subsequent fall of Kirkuk, Mosul and Tikrit. Also: the capture of Basra by British forces.
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Aftermath
Episode overview
Conclusion. The aftermath of the war is examined. Included: the search for Iraqi leaders and weapons of mass destruction.