The CENTCOM Newsletter for the week of 14 November 2005 can be found here. Among the stories covered this week: Ad Din Province, Iraq — Alongside the longest inhabited region in the world — the very birthplace of civilization — the Tigris River has flowed unceasingly for thousands of generations.  Its 1,146 miles have seen empires come and go.  It's been a party to birth and death; a participant in destruction and construction.  Once again it is the focus of attention and object of activity by man.  This time through the building of a span over it — the Al Shirqat Bridge.  When completed, this structure will provide a safe and reliable river crossing.  Every bit as importantly, it will be a most vital component for enhanced commerce in the region. Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan — As U.S. forces prepare to return control of the airport terminal and tower to Afghan control, combat communicators assigned to 451st Air...(Read Full Post)