“Post-combat” US Soldiers Still in Iraq, and Praying
An Associated Press article printed in New Zealand noted that combat may “officially” be over for US forces, but lethal threats still remain.
However, the picture chosen as the lede was far more interesting than the article itself:
- US Army Lt Daniel McCord (left) Staff Sergeant Marc Krugh (centre) and Sergeant Christopher Torrentes, from the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, pray before heading out on a patrol south of Baghdad. (AP)
They chose a photo of the men praying together to communicate the character, attitude, seriousness, and heart of the US Soldiers. The picture is sincere, heartfelt, and even moving — despite being only vaguely connected to the topic of the article. It seems even newshounds are inexplicably drawn to the meaning-filled act of Soldiers who join together to ask God’s protection and guidance as they launch to accomplish their mission.
The full Associated Press picture and article can be seen here. More photos of religion in the military can be found here.