President Bush has addressed the nation, telling the world that the disarmament of Iraq has begun. Reports are that U.S. cruise missiles have already struck selected targets.
This will be a history-making war on a couple of levels. First, the number of journalists accompanying allied troops is unprecedented, and the intensity of stories coming from the front lines will probably be unlike anything the world has ever seen or heard before. As well, this is the first war of the Internet generation, so if you've got something to say, or want to express your thoughts and support for our troops, then be sure to speak your mind here or at our Lycos message boards and chat rooms.
U.S. Marine Corporal Brian Shumylo of Dyer, Indiana, shields his face from blowing sand around the landing pad at an air base in Kuwait after arriving by helicopter from a ship. Shumylo is in a unit that helps load heavy-lifting helicopters. The Arabic word on his facemask translates to "Shymylo." (Associated Press)
US gambles on a 'smart' war in Iraq, NewScientist.com - The technology behind U.S. smart bombs.
Why the hypocrites are right this time, The Age - This Aussie editor sides with the U.S. in spite of herself.
The Time for War, GoErie.com - Patience and diplomacy can only go so far with Saddam Hussein, argues this columnist.
Bush's coalition, its firepower and resolve weak, won't pack the punch of 1991 alliance, HoosierTimes.com - Comparing the international anti-Iraq coalition then and now.
Sins of Hussein follow the sons, analysts say, SFGate.com - A look at the cruel and ruthless offspring of the Iraqi dictator.
Iraqi TV derides 'Bush the idiot', BBC - The Iraqi propaganda machine at work.
War in Iraq: Then and Now, Sky News - A military analysis of the differences between 1991 and now.
Gulf War II - a very different battleground, Reuters AlertNet - Another comparison between the two conflicts.
Local Gulf War vets reflect on likely Iraq war, Sarasota Herald-Tribune - Picking the brains of those who have been there before.
Airlines dropping flights in anticipation of war, San Jose Mercury News - How the conflict is affecting travel worldwide.
Iraq in the balance, The Barbados Advocate - One writer's opinion of why Saddam Hussein has brought this on himself.
The silly tantrums of a Super Power, Sify News - An op-ed piece with a look from the outside in at the U.S.
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at 11:28 AM EST
Updated: Tuesday, 1 April 2003 11:49 AM EST
