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Archives for the day Saturday, December 27th, 2008

Iraqi Forces Discover Smuggled Treasure

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27 Dec

Iraqi Security Forces recently uncovered hundreds of historical artifacts during two raids in northern Basra. The 228 ancient artifacts included Sumerian and Babylonian sculpture, gold jewelry and other items from ancient Mesopotamia.

Soldier Gets Purple Hearts for Bravery

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27 Dec

The holiday season brings a great opportunity to recognize the sacrifices of the men and women serving in the services overseas. This sacrifice cannot better be seen than in the case of Avon resident Kyle Stipp.

Virginia War Memorial to Grow

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27 Dec

The Virginia War Memorial broke ground for an $8.1 million expansion named in honor of a Richmond couple for their service during the Vietnam War. "We have a duty to educate future generations about the sacrifices that were made by our Virginia heroes in order to protect our freedoms."

Pakistan Seeks to Reduce Tensions

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27 Dec

Pakistan told India it did not want war and would use force only if attacked. The United States has been trying to ease the burgeoning crisis while also pressing Pakistan to crack down on militants Washington says were likely responsible for the Mumbai attack.

China Warships Combat Piracy

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27 Dec

Chinese warships headed toward Somali waters Friday to combat piracy, the first time the communist country has sent ships on a mission that could involve fighting so far beyond its territorial waters.
 

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