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- Born: November 7, 1952
- Allegiance: United States Army
- Years of Service: 1974 - present
- Defense Distinguished Service Medal
- Distinguished Service Medal
- Defense Superior Service Medal
- Legion of Merit
- Bronze Star Medal
- Made a controversial September, 2007 appearance before Congress to argue for the troop surge
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General David Petraeus was appointed by George W. Bush to command the multi-national force in the Iraq War (MNF-I), and was confirmed by Congress in that position on January 26, 2007, succeeding General George Casey. In April of 2008, he was chosen to take control of the U.S. Central Command. General Ray Odierno took his place as the Top U.S. Commander in Iraq on September 16, 2008.
On May 29, 2009, General Petraeus stated in a [[Fox News] interview, that the U.S. has "taken steps that have violated the Geneva Conventions." Petraeus went on to state that it is our duty to uphold the agreements we have made in the "international justice arena."HuffingtonPost: Petraeus Says U.S. Violated Geneva Conventions - What Will... (May 29, 2009)
Background
Petraeus graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1974, and served in various capacities in units including the 509th Airborne Infantry Battalion and (most famously, in Iraq) the 101st Airborne Division. Petraeus holds degrees including a doctorate in International Relations from Princeton University, and has held a professorship in that field at the U.S. Military Academy.Leadership in the Iraq War
Petraeus has been a strong advocate of the 2007 troop surge in Iraq, and was reportedly appointed to replace Gen. Casey because of the latter's opposition to the policy. Petraeus has also worked politically to quell growing demands from prominent Democrats for a timetable for a withdrawal of U.S. forces.2008 Senate Testimony
On April 8, 2008 Petraeus testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee that following scheduled-surge-related withdrawals, the troop level in Iraq should be "frozen" above 140,000 for 45 days, to evaluate the effect further withdrawals might have on the "fragile and reversible" security situation in Iraq. "This approach," Petraeus remarked, "Does not allow establishment of a set withdrawal timetable." Armed Services Committee chairman Carl Levin (D-MI) criticized the approach, calling it "a plan which has no end."-
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General David Petraeus Questions
Whats David Carusos race? 3 AnswersHe as born in Queens, New York. His father was of Italian descent;his mother was of Irish descent. read more
Where can I find the death photo of David Carradine? 4 AnswersI don't really know how appropriate this question is, Anjrued. His family is "outraged" over the photo. However, it's already "out there" I guess and part of o... read more
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What do you believe David Blaines most daring trick was and why? 2 AnswersI'd say the one where he's in a block of ice. A lot of the others are blatantly fakeable, but you can't fake being in a block of ice very easily. So I'd call th... read more
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General David Petraeus Recent News
- The New York Times: Petraeus to Be Nominated to Lead Central Command (April 23, 2008)
- FoxNews.com: Gen. Petraeus to Head U.S. Central Command (April 23, 2008)
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- From the Road (CBS News): Clinton Ready for Petraeus Hearing (April 8, 2008)
- CNN: Petraeus: Return to 'Pre-Surge' Troop Levels, Then Wait (April 8, 2008)
- CBS News: Protesters Line Up for Petraeus-Crocker Appearance (April 8, 2008)
- The Associated Press: Petraeus Wants Troop Drawdowns Suspended (April 8, 2008)
- The New York Times: Testimony by General Will Test Candidates for President (April 8, 2008)
- The New York Times: Pentagon Weighs Top Iraq General as Chief of NATO (January 21, 2008)
- "A NATO post would give him additional command experience in an important but less politically contentious region, potentially positioning him as a strong candidate in a few years to serve as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, several military officials said."
- Washington Post: MoveOn Unmoved By Furor Over Ad Targeting Petraeus (Sept 21, 2007)
- Time Magazine: How Dare You (September 19, 2007)
- USAToday.com: Petraeus sees no will for 10 years in Iraq (September 12, 2007)
- The New York Times: Slow Progress Being Made in Iraq, Petraeus Tells Congress (September 10, 2007)
- Guardian Unlimited: Petraeus Assessment on Iraq Questioned (September 10, 2007)
- The New York Times: Delay Decision on Major Cuts, General Says (September 10, 2007)
- Reuters: U.S. commander urges talks... (Mar 8, 2007)
- VOA: "Analysts: September Report Key to US Future in Iraq" (May 24, 2007)
- WashingtonPost.com: "Top U.S. Officers See Mixed Results From Iraq 'Surge'" (April 21, 2007)
- MSNBC: Senate OKs Petraeus to head Iraq forces (January 26, 2007)
- USNews.com: An open mind for a new Army: David Petraeus (2005)
- Google News: David Petraeus
General David Petraeus Humor
- The Onion: Troop Gradually Withdraws
- Hulu: SNL: Petraeus Hearings
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