Posted on Mar 23, 2019
The Secret Casualties of Iraq’s Abandoned Chemical Weapons
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Not a new article, and not exactly a surprise, but important.
The Secret Casualties of Iraq’s Abandoned Chemical Weapons
Posted from nytimes.comPosted in these groups: 
Iraq
Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD)
Iraq Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD)
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I worked on Johnston Island handling chemical weapons for demilitarization for 14 months.
When the wind direction of the plant designed specifically for this purpose was towards the barracks/residence aide of the island, we shut down. As I recall, the agent was exposed to 1,200°F for 15 min.
I would like to see the documentation on the discussion about the decision to destroy the munitions in the manner chosen.
When the wind direction of the plant designed specifically for this purpose was towards the barracks/residence aide of the island, we shut down. As I recall, the agent was exposed to 1,200°F for 15 min.
I would like to see the documentation on the discussion about the decision to destroy the munitions in the manner chosen.
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PO1 Kevin Dougherty
I have several fellow Coasties who spent time on the LORAN installation there. I am sure they would like to as well.
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PO1 Kevin Dougherty
To clarify, I was referring to the open air destruction in Iraq.
To clarify, I was referring to the open air destruction in Iraq.
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PO1 Kevin Dougherty
I realize that. I was just noting I am familiar with the operations at Johnson Island. My buddy who was there said it was a little disconcerting to be issued a gas mask on arrival.
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