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Raw Video and Details of the bin Laden Raid
The compound, within which al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden was killed, is seen in flames after it was attacked in Abbottabad in this still image taken from video footage from a mobile phone May 2, 2011. [AP]
Christian Lowe | KitUp!
May 02, 2011
According to the LA Times SEALs from DEVRGU and some CIA Special Activities Division shooters and analysts flew a combination of four MH-60 Pave Hawk and MH-47 Chinooks from “an Afghan base” (Jalalabad?/Bagram?) to the bin Laden compound in Abbottabad.
About 40 troops, largely Navy SEALs, were involved, with 24 rappelling into the compound from the hovering Chinooks. Officials said the firefight was fierce and significant.
The raid lasted about 40 minutes (which seems to me to be a pretty long time on an objective that far behind the lines) and one of the helos landed due to mechanical problems and was destroyed on site.
Best line: The U.S. troops gave Osama what was described as a brief opportunity to surrender before firing several times, at least once into the head.
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NickBlas
about 2 years ago
2 Comments
Just as it written in the book of david, it says: "But as for the offspring of the evil in the world, they will be destroyed on the surface of this earth".
Jadoredior82
about 2 years ago
348 Comments
Outstanding job! This is great news!
DiamondsnPearls
about 2 years ago
2872 Comments
Thank you to the NAVY SEALS & CIA who risked their lifes for our country!! God bless
CDG59263
about 2 years ago
100 Comments
One news report said that he was sheilding himself behind a woman before they were able to smoke him! Some inspirational leader...living in the lap of luxury (multimillion dollar compound) and hiding behind a woman when the REAL badasses show up while so many have lived and died in abhorrent conditions following his cause. God bless the Navy SEALS and CIA shooters that completed this task and my thought and prayers are with the survivors of all the evil this devil spawn did in the name of religion!
Anonymous
about 2 years ago
The mission was carried out like the plans. I think no expected the fire fight to last 40 minutes. It was a job well done. Amen.
LoraSnow
about 2 years ago
1330 Comments
^ 5 !!...**SALUTE**
IowaNinersFan
about 2 years ago
8194 Comments
To a job well done by our military forces not just this mission but for all that you do today and every day. THANK YOU!!!
KMueller
about 2 years ago
254 Comments
Outstanding job!! Bump to AKangel Glad they took him out but what of his replacement that will surely be wanting to have an eye for an eye?
US military don't play if we are allowed off the chain that restricts us HOOAH
SStrauss
about 2 years ago
712 Comments
Well done Seal Team 6 !!!
ssu459
about 2 years ago
153720 Comments
"How sweet ot is".I see the Packastani's are also claiming credit.Screw the lieing punks.They knew where he was all the time.
esu
about 2 years ago
498 Comments
Bump Rafael, PO Suarez remains were recovered on my shift, RIP Brother Ramon.
lemmonw
about 2 years ago
464 Comments
Thanks to every man and woman's efforts in this fight. U S A! U S A!
ilegworldchamp
about 2 years ago
8998 Comments
GOD BLESS every Mother Loving Service Member that took part in the Operation . And a big well done to all the Troops that have passed in pursuit of this moment . The U.S. Military is the "BEST IN THE WORLD" ! point proven .
Thank you one and all !
rafaelmorales
about 2 years ago
2986 Comments
As an Army Verteran i am proud of the freat ARM FORCES WE HAVE. Also my X-partner can ...POLICE OFFICER RAMON SURAEZ NYPD .CAN RIP. GOD BLESS AMERICA THANK YOU MR.PRESIDENT
popcop
about 2 years ago
312 Comments
My hat is off for those brave guys that popped Bin Laden. ´Mess with the best and die like a rat:-)