Taking of bridge opens way for Baghdad assault

Allied forces said they had bridged the Tigris river today, opening the way for the final ground assault on Baghdad.

Wed, 02 Apr, 2003 - 09:46

Allied forces said they had bridged the Tigris river today, opening the way for the final ground assault on Baghdad.

The US Marine 1st Expeditionary Force said they had also gained control of Highway 6, the main road north to the capital from Kut.

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