Chaos and Compassion in Fallujah

This chapter recounts the author's deployment training Iraqi special forces in Camp Fallujah, capturing their cultural experiences, particularly during Ramadan. As preparations for the Battle of Fallujah intensify, the author shares tense moments of patrolling amid chaos, reflecting on the bond formed with a stray puppy and the emotional turmoil of war. The chapter also explores the relationship between military personnel and journalists, emphasizing the complexities of storytelling in conflict zones.