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Jul 7
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THE IRAN-IRAQ WAR - PART ONE

BRUCE CARLSON
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This terrible war, fought in the 1980's, changed everything. Both in the Middle East, and America. We tell the story in two parts. We are part of Airwave Media network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
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