Pivoting 90 degrees north from the same spot, this is the view looking back toward the pool and Palace. A labyrinth of sandbag walls, trailers and narrow walkways.
From left, Phipps, Ahmed (one of our advisors) and I in front of the Presidential Palace. (We live behind it). We (Phipps and I) were promoted here one day earlier.
Phipps, (or "Fiss" as he is known among the tribes) in front of the same Palace from a different angle.
Me by the pool in front of Saddam's banyan. This is the tree he was reputed to do alot of his ruminating and brooding under. As for what decisions might have been made under its canopy, imagine what you will.
The view under the canopy. Perfect rendezvous for conversation, information exchange, and cigars.
Phiss demonstrating how this is done.
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