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Blackwater killed 14 Iraqi civilians without cause, F.B.I. says

politinks.com — An ongoing investigation by the Federal Bureau stated that of the 17 reported deaths of Iraqi civilians that occurred on Sept. 16, only 3 might have been justified.

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  • jimmyjay, on 11/15/2007, -1/+1Rule #1 for staying alive in a war zone - - Shoot first, ask questions later.
    • DaManDOH, on 11/15/2007, -0/+1That may be true, jimmyjay, but Blackwater employees aren't soldiers. They're "contractual security agents." At least, the armed ones are supposed to be. I prefer to call 'em mercenaries. Plus, whether the personnel are soliders or mercs, I'm pretty sure the #1 rule in general is "Follow orders." There are rules of engagement in any, as you put it, "war zone." These rules of engagement are in place for both soldiers and contractors. They are meant to be followed. The FBI seems to be suggesting these Blackwater mercenaries did otherwise. It's one of many reasons people have historically argued to keep mercenaries away from combat.
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