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US troops just six miles from Baghdad

US forces were just six miles from Baghdad today as the battle to topple Saddam Hussein entered a critical phase.

US troops just six miles from Baghdad

Thu, 03 Apr, 2003 - 11:09

US forces were just six miles from Baghdad today as the battle to topple Saddam Hussein entered a critical phase.

Leading elements of the US 3rd Infantry were reported to be heading for the outskirts of Saddam’s final stronghold.

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