According to the Independent; “Brigadier [general] Nick Carter said it could take British troops between two and 10 years to restore long-term stability, under the authority of an Iraqi police force acceptable to all rival factions within the country.” Why do generals sound like politicians? It is impossible to please all factions so why do they even try. I understand why politicians want to please everyone, especially around election time but generals? Where is Admiral Halsey when you need him.

"Kill Japs! Kill Japs! Kill more Japs! You will help to kill the yellow bastards if you do your job well." --Admiral Halsey--