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    Operation Cajun Mousetrap II (05 August 2004)

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    Operation Cajun Mousetrap II is the latest offensive against the militias in Iraq. The 1st Infantry Division launched the operation on August 5, 2004 using search and raid tactics in and around the city of Samarra.

    At least three rebels were killed while nine people were detained and transferred for further questioning. Troops also seized some small arms.
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