An abandoned mosque complete with graveyard can be found on the back side; it seems that when the base was erected, the military just built around it and declared it a sacred historical site. It was sundown when I got there, making the experience that much more creepy. Being careful to walk only on the concrete paths, I was able to take a look. It almost seemed symbolic given the current state of the base.
The signatures of soldiers cover doors and walls inside places of work. Unit emblems are still painted on building walls. They’re slowly eroding from weather and time. The place has an eerie vibe and gave me a nostalgic glimpse of a time long past—a ghost of a war that has evolved into a new conflict.
The Fate of FOB Warrior in Iraq
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The Fate of FOB Warrior in Iraq
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It’s been quite some time since the “end” of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and the point where the last of the U.S. military’s forces egressed out of their respective AOs. But the remnants of their time here can still be found from time to time. In particular, a large footprint can be found deep in Kirkuk, at […]
