Combat over Iraq Photo Gallery by Rob T at pbase.com

Combat over Iraq

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The timeframe for these photos are generally from January to May of 2003.

Here is a link to my Afghanistan deployment ::Afghanistan::
Here is a link to my second Iraq combat deployment ::Iraq II::

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You're gonna click to find out.	Mission complete	Baghdad at night	Flare check
Almost home	Homeward	Bolt out of the not so blue	Returning from Iraq
Northbound	Got the t-shirt!!	Early one evening	The Pits... at night
:: A letter home before it started: Sunday, March 23rd ::	On the way home, one sip at a time.	DSC04980mod.JPG

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Evonne Corvin		08-Jun-2007 19:07
It is amazing to me we have a volunteer military. I cannot thank you enough for all you do for those of us you do not know. Thank you for your service and the sacrifices your families make on our behalf. It is what we do while we are out of this country that impacts the World. I truly believe all of you are making the world a better place for our children and our neighbor's children as well! Again, thank you so much. The pics are astounding!

Guest		28-Jan-2007 14:52
These images are absolutely stunning! Voted!!! To view my work visit: http://www.pbase.com/ShawnKraus

Lettie Sanchez		13-Nov-2006 17:10
beautiful pictures, you guys are great God bless you and bring you home soon.

maria		18-Oct-2006 11:17
Amazing pictures!I've seen many many pics about Iraq in the last 6 months but these photographs are very special. They are not just pics showing things and people, u do see things and u see people and u also see the enviorament around them! U are able to "catch" the moment. When subject/person and place suddenly misteriously become "one". U are pretty talented as a photographer. Maybe u should show these magnificent taken pics at some gallery and consider to become a professional photographer sometime, when u are tired of the army. Best wishes with everything. Keep yourself safe. Hugs.

Guest		30-Aug-2006 03:55
Thanks for everything.

Heidi		15-Apr-2006 19:49
These are beautiful photos Rob, I wish everyone got to fly home. I am not a religious person, but if there were ever I would pray it would be for those fighting in places such as this.

Vik , Langley, BC Canada		15-Apr-2006 06:27
God Bless the soldier...whether they be Canadian , American or British. I am sick and tired of hearing from these bleeding hearts screaming about an allied presence being in afghanistan. What the soldiers need to hear is their countries support. Remember we have our freedom and peace because there are men among us willing to do violence. Ironically many a soldier has died in the past so that the bleeding hearts have something to complain about.

Bill		14-Apr-2006 02:04
Perhaps in retirement a new vocation,I've posted your site to friends..See you soon in Bikram..

BAD COMPANY		14-Feb-2006 19:03
Looks like alot of long hours in the air. Your lucky , Watch out for those Iraq fighter planes. j/k. Take care

Hunter Cobb		18-Dec-2005 20:58
For the men in Iraq all of ya'll are in my prayers. Don't worry GODS got his hand on each and every one of the soliders in Iraq. I'am 12 years old and I want to be in Iraq with ya'll. GOD BLESS ARE TROOPS IN IRAQ!

Johan Toll		27-Oct-2005 12:46
Wow, thank´s for sharing, Rob! Your images are so full of atmosphere!

Sasha Sovikla		04-Aug-2005 17:34
I love your work, facinating. It made me cream my panties . I think I love you. Thank you for your service, can i service your unit now ? I love taints also. http://ilovetaints.com (warning boobies)

emeka		28-Mar-2005 03:52
the greatest sacrifice is for one to lay down his life for the protection of another.....u guys are the ambassadors of peace and freedom.....ur legacies will go down in history, and should u become weary in battle or wonder if.....always remember that there is still one person who sincerely appreciate ur sacrifices, one who still lives in the glory of the freedom u defend......God bless ur souls and may u return home safe......

Mike Curtis		13-Mar-2005 17:28
Great images. Thank you for everything you are doing. True Hero

Guest		23-Jan-2005 18:43
Spectacular gallery..along with superb journalism.....You and all the U.S. soldiers are true heroes that keep are freedom in tact!!! Come home safe.

Bart Bartel		28-Dec-2004 00:24
Fellas,I salute you all thanks for the great pics wich are posted for all to see.And keep them comming.I enjoy them all very much.Also keep up the exellent we work.You guys are awesome,,,Specialist Bartel..CO-B 53RD TRANS BTN Fort Leonard Wood MO

Cincy Images		22-Dec-2004 03:46
Very moving my friend, as a former Air Force Airmen myself, I have a greater sense of pride toward our troops. God Bless.

Guest		10-Dec-2004 17:42
Rob, Many thanks, God Bless, and come home safe. Andy Garcia

Rob T		10-Dec-2004 04:03
Same thing was said about Afghanistan... think about it.

Mike Mulberry		09-Dec-2004 23:16
Give your head a shake and think it over. Just because you were lead to believe this 'war' is just doesn't mean you can't pull out and say you were mistaken. It takes a big person to do so and evidently your president won't. Pack up and save another 1000 soldiers. You think the US can provide stability in a region that has had unstability for 1000's of years? It won't happen.

Guest		04-Dec-2004 13:53
Did my 6 months from last April. Good shots and well done. QARANC UK. Basra.

marv		17-Nov-2004 03:42
viet nam vet + grandfarther of nine. thank you for your service .that t-ball looks like my grans. G-D BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY... THANK YOU AGAIN BRING THEM HOME SAFE, PLEASE G-D

Guest		09-Oct-2004 14:44
Everyone who cherishes peace and freedom knows that securing them both often requires taking gargantuan risks and making painful sacrifices. In some ways, the truly brave and courageous among us cannot ever be adequately thanked for the enormous risks they face in defense of our homeland. Sadly, there are far too many people who can't seem to understand that taking the battle against terrorism into the enemy's backyard - along with all of its attendant risks - is what truly keeps us safe at home. I hope you'll accept my civilian salute for your service and my profound expression of gratitude. May God Bless You always.

Guest		29-Sep-2004 18:32
Truely awesome, and I am glad you are safe. From a limey to a Yank THANKYOU. and god bless you(Ex RAF Officer)

Guest		21-Sep-2004 02:16
Wonderful images. just wonderful :)

Guest		05-Sep-2004 06:39
Very nice collection. Nice presestation. --- http://www.photos-of-the-year.com/

JC		31-Aug-2004 23:19
Great Photographs...Thanks... My guy Don is a Veteran of Vietnam (4 tours), Desert Shield & Desert Storm...He could be returning to the Middle East with his unit February 2005 for one year...Please keep up with the photos. Is there any chance you will be posting any of our soldier's photos? I am also looking for the poem: "The Soldier" if anyone has it, please send it to me via e-mail. Thanks

WOLFGANG		26-Aug-2004 22:24
ROB - Good work...keep safe, God bless. I'm on my way to join you! Airborne Infantry baby! Hopefully I'll see you and give you a well deserved pat on the back. CPL.Derek Wolfgang Strecker United States Army

Guest		25-Aug-2004 18:27
Nice pictures! To have all that power behind your back must be awsome (im talking about the jet engine). Stay safe

Guest		03-Aug-2004 10:43
Hi Rob Wery nice pictures - also your famely pictures. Hope you come safe home to your nice famely best regards Hanne,Kell and kids from Denmark.

Eddie Ling		20-Jul-2004 17:10
Cool~~~~!!!

Warren D. Lockaby		18-Jul-2004 18:39
Rob, thanks for all you do. Excellent work and commitment for our Nation, and some great photos.

Joe Vigliotta		13-Jul-2004 13:10
USAF Ret, 74-94. C-130's first in last out! Some of the best pics I have seen on this subject. Airman Mag Quality. Salute C

Chris		12-Jul-2004 22:05
Rob, I had no idea. Thanks for keeping things safe for those of us that are sitting home with our kids. Thanks, Chris

misty		20-Jun-2004 00:57
Hi, awlsome shots. I am a spouse of an army man. Thank you for showing America that the military is not what is painted on TV, most of the time. Hooah!! Thank you God bless

rlovingjr		21-May-2004 22:01
Oh yeah and cool pictures

Rob Kerfoot		07-May-2004 20:07
Thanks for your service. I always wanted to be an aviator, marine or navy, but after the physical tests, my eyes are very bad. the pictures you posted are great. thanks for the insight, and check your six, especially when you are feet wet!

Bryan		16-Apr-2004 12:10
Great photos sir some of them are better the ones ive seen in news publications. Semper Fi Brother CPL 10th Marines Camp Lejeune

Jan		11-Apr-2004 15:05
Hello, I enjoyed my visit very well. Please come see my photos somtime? http://home.zonnet.nl/janhurry/

Juan Golblado		03-Apr-2004 15:42
Thank you very much for taking the time to post these photos. Good luck to you!

Jennifer		03-Apr-2004 09:14
Beautiful pictures in both galleries... good luck and God bless to you and everyone in the armed forces.

Rob T		02-Apr-2004 07:53
I really appreciate all of the comments, however, if you can't stand by your comment with your name or a valid reply email, please don't bother to leave any comments. They will be deleted. Pbase members who have active galleries comments are always welcome. Rob

Night Driver		01-Apr-2004 16:15
Both the Iraq and Afghan galleries are AMAZING! GREAT shots. (Fav is a tough call....Mountain Mists, Hunting Moon, and Moon High rank near the top) Thank you for what you are doing and for what you have done. from; chuck, one of the protected.

Sam Hunter		30-Mar-2004 20:53
Thanks for the excellent work, and the pictures were pretty good as well. Mostly, I appreciate you for what you are doing for US! Keep it up, God Bless. Sam Hunter, USAF/COANG LTCRet

monique jansen		30-Mar-2004 15:14
Beautiful pictures, from a very unusual angle:))

Guest		18-Mar-2004 21:55
Great gallery, Rob! More of us than you might realize don't buy into the negative reports spoon-fed to the general public by the "Big 3" networks. Just wanted you to know that. My hat's off to you and your comrades in the fight for right. Watch your back my friend and return home safely. God bless!

Guest		13-Mar-2004 19:45
Incredible insight into your world. I didn't know if pilots actually got to bring any personal items into the cockpit. I was amazed to see that you had the Sony F-707 and a can of Red Bull on board. Most of us in the outside world don't get to see photos like this, and personal stories of the people defending our country. I truly appreciated this gallery. - Pete Burke, New York

Guest		12-Mar-2004 18:48
First and foremost, Thank you for your services overseas. "We make war that we may live in peace." "People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf." Couple of wise men said those words back in the day. Once again, thank you for defending freedom! Great pics, BTW...HOOAH! CDT NLC

Happy Canuck		12-Mar-2004 14:36
Nice photos, And Canada will watch your six.

Howard Sandler		11-Mar-2004 01:22
Interesting gallery. Regards from a Canadian who blesses America and the good it's done.

Gary Blanchette		07-Mar-2004 19:17
Whether a person is being mugged in an alley of New York City, or an entire nation such a Iraq is being brutalized by an evil dictator like Suddam. To sit around and watch, yet do nothing is wrong. My greatest of respect goes out to those men and women that chose to do something. God bless each and everyone of you.

R1_Demon		06-Mar-2004 19:05
Robert, Truly outstanding work. I don't know how you did it, but you pulled these pictures off perfectly! :) As a fellow veteran, I also give you a big thumbs up!

SteveG		06-Mar-2004 01:19
Awesome pics! My deepest desire was to be a jet jock but I couldn't pass the physical (poor eyesight), so my tours were on the ground. But my love for flying never waned. You've captured some of the more serene moments of "slipping the surly bonds.." Godspeed and may you return home safely to your family soon. Regards and Semper Fi... Steve Glazener

Larry		02-Mar-2004 19:12
Great site! Thanks for sharing, and thanks for a job well done God Bless our Military

Guest		24-Feb-2004 19:59
I'm speechless. Thank you for your service, and thank your for sharing your pictures with all of us. God Bless America! Glen Patricio San Diego, CA

AE		22-Feb-2004 01:08
More incredible shots! Thanks for keeping us safe. --Amal Elaine http://www.pbase.com/amal007

Guest		18-Jan-2004 19:59
Rob, I probably wouldn't have found your gallery if you hadn't left a comment on my PAD. Thanks for sharing these photos with a wider audience. Great photos and great job you did/are doing out there.

Phyllis Stewart		17-Jan-2004 13:37
Wonderful gallery and so educational. Thanks for sharing these great pics.

Guest		14-Jan-2004 19:57
great shots.... www.pbase.com/talltree

Guest		01-Jan-2004 00:30
Truly, truly breathtaking images! In fact, all of your galleries are, and what a beautiful family you have as well. Continued thanks for your service. (I have some similiar imagery as well.) Again, excellent galleries! Robin

Al Todd		27-Dec-2003 22:42
Thank you for serving your country, it is appreciated, even by those that do not agree, for they could not state their opinion except for the sacrifices that have been made to secure and maintain that freedom! Your going the extra mile and making such incredible images is great, thank you.

Tchoky		27-Dec-2003 15:26
I don't agree with the ethics of the war, but they're still good pics.

Guest		23-Dec-2003 05:02
Awesome photos. Thanks so much for every aspect of your work over there. Stay safe. God bless.

Dave H		22-Dec-2003 01:37
Some excellent photos, I hope you're very proud of them.

Brian Klimowski		21-Dec-2003 17:40
You've done a great job compiling and editing this gallery, Rob! Thank you for sharing your vision of this remarkable and historic event. There is great variety of images here - it is a feast for the eyes which is very provoking... Brian

John Lester		21-Dec-2003 11:59
Went through your galleries and enjoyed your work. Might start the POD thing myself. Can't thank you enough for your work overseas. jlester343

Guest		19-Dec-2003 16:57
Amazing. Simply amazing. Major props :)

Guest		18-Dec-2003 05:52
Incredible, incredible photos. Great job.

Guest		18-Dec-2003 00:25
Amazing photographs, Rob. And astounding that you were able to take them and publish them. Given the difficulty the press had (and no, I wasn't embedded anywhere except at home!) it's quite something to see the action from your angle.

Tom		17-Dec-2003 04:25
Hello, My compliments for your nice phots! Please come see my website and photos sometime? Happy Holidays, Tom from The Netherlands! http://members.lycos.nl/tomjutte/

Martin		16-Dec-2003 23:30
A job well done, in every aspect. Greetings from a "spectator" working at the Dutch R.A.F. headquarters.

Guest		16-Dec-2003 21:46
I worked for Bill Lear and Alan J. Kellogg, USMC, CMOH, ordered me around for a brief time. You have really combined aviation and the USMC. Great shots. Thanks for flushing the rat out of his hole. No one said it would be easy. Aloha

Guest		16-Dec-2003 16:01
Some interesting shots. I am just surprised you are allowed to take a camera into combat and post these pics......

Guest		16-Dec-2003 01:35
I've been wondering if I'de start seeing pics of Iraq from the soldiers that were there. Thanks for that. More should post like yourself, gives us a feeling of how dangerous it was.

Lara S		15-Dec-2003 18:11
Great shots. And thanks for keeping us safe!!!!!

Phyllis Stewart		13-Dec-2003 15:13
Awesome pictures...thanks for sharing these!

Scott Cunningham		21-Nov-2003 20:40
great pics, well done

mike		17-Nov-2003 23:02
Thank you. That stupid SOB is gone. A job well done and long overdue. You guys kick ass. I support you all the way.

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