Revisiting the Iraq War in "The Army We Had"

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Thom Powers
Documentary of the Week | Mar 31, 2023

The American soldiers who were interviewed 20 years ago for the documentary "Gunner Palace" about the war in Iraq, look back on their experiences today in "The Army We Had." While many Americans may want to forget the war, filmmakers Petra Epperlein and Michael Tucker keep the memories of these soldiers alive.

 

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