il. But the costs of this war have been huge.
. Total cost of Iraq war as of 3/2008 was 3 trillion (Washington Post)
. about 4000 soldiers have been killed
. 30,000 soldiers have been wounded, with many experiencing permanent disabilities
. 60000 soldiers are on stop-loss duty (completed service but can't leave yet)
. Some military personel have been sent for 5 different tours of duty
. 2100 soldiers have tried to commit suicide
. 12% have reported mental health problems, often being returned to duty before they are well
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