The Surge

MacFarland Arrives in Ramadi

Jun 1, 2006

Ready First Combat Team (1st Brigade, 1st Armored Division) led by Colonel Sean MacFarland arrives in Anbar's capital Ramadi. Read Gen. MacFarland's Report [PDF]

First Awakening Meeting

Sep 9, 2006

In cooperation with MacFarland's team, Sheikh Abu Risha organizes the first meeting of what became the Anbar Awakening. Read Gen. MacFarland's Report [PDF]

McCain discusses Awakening.

Jan 5, 2007

CSPAN Footage

President Bush announces Surge.

Jan 10, 2007

President's Address to the Nation

MacFarland troops start leaving.

Feb 15, 2007

Read Gen. MacFarland's Report [PDF]

First 2400 surge troops arrive in Iraq.

Feb 28, 2007

March, 2007 Iraq Index [PDF]