Whats so special about the Republican Guard?

[Tmy]

Are they genetically cloned super soilders? Do they have super powers? Super lazer guns?

They get talked up so much. The only thing solid is that they are loyal to Saddam. Of course with human nature being what it is I sure they'd jump ship if they knew Saddam n' company were no longer in power. I dont think they all be fighting to the death as some would predict.

As for Saddam. I think he's alive but afraid to show his face. I bet he pulled a no show at that press conference cause he was sure a cruise missle would shoot out of his podium.

[Crossbow]

Originally posted by Tmy
Are they genetically cloned super soilders? Do they have super powers? Super lazer guns?

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Confronting the Republican Guard

http://discover.npr.org/features/feature.jhtml?wfId=1212429

Tmy, my advice is that you should listen to this report via the NPR web site.

It is a good report on the history, make up, and capabilities of the Republican Guard.

I found it to be most informative and I hope this helps!

[Jon_in_london]

You should see the Democrat Guard!

[HarryKeogh]

sure they have the highest level of training and modern equipment that iraq could provide...which still makes them pitifully lagging behind your average western european, american or russian soldier.

[corplinx]

It isnt their powess or equipment. Its their cruelty and malevolence. They have no qualms about fighting dirty and breaking rules of war they never voted for.