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*[http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/iraq/rasheed.htm Camp Rustamiyah] at ''GlobalSecurity.org'' |
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Revision as of 01:19, 2 July 2010
Camp Rustamiyah (formerly Camp Muleskinner or Camp Cuervo) is a forward operating base located six miles southeast of Sadr City, Iraq.
History
Camp Rustamiyah was captured by the United States during the Iraq War. In 2009, the United States transferred control of Camp Rustamiyah to the Iraqi security forces.[1]
Location
Camp Rustamiyah, which is situated between a waste incineration facility and a sewage treatment plant, is noted for its unpleasant and purportedly hazardous air quality.[2][3]
See also
References
- ^ Burrell, Mark (2009-04-02). "Coalition forces transfer FOB Rustamiyah back to Iraqis". The United States Army. Retrieved 2010-04-07.
{{cite news}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter:|coauthors=(help) - ^ "Bad Air - Cigars at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Rustamiyah (aka "Rusty")". Support American Soldiers. Retrieved 2010-04-07.
- ^ Taibbi, Matt (2006-07-13). "Fort Apache, Iraq". Rolling Stone. pp. 4–6. Retrieved 2010-04-08.
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External links
- Camp Rustamiyah at GlobalSecurity.org
- Camp Rustamiyah detailed in a Rolling Stone article