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Old 07-07-2004, 04:57 PM  
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Lawmaker: Reserves Near Breaking Point

In a bipartisan show of concern that the military is dangerously overworked, lawmakers said Wednesday the Pentagon (news - web sites) is stretching troops to their limit and perhaps undermining the nation's future force.

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The Army in April broke a promise to some active-duty units, including the 1st Armored Division, that they would not have to serve more than 12 months in Iraq. It also has extended the tours of other units, including some in Afghanistan.



http://story.news.yahoo.com/news?tmp...gress_reserves
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