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August 25, 1981

Transcript of a Meeting between Saddam Hussein and the General Command of the Armed Forces talking about Islamic History and the Situation around al‐Huwayzah

This file contains Pages 102‐112 and 130‐140 of the original 140 page document. The written information considered conversations between Saddam and the High leaders of the Army, talking, suggesting, discussing and  revising the histories of early Islamic battles and their heroes, warriors and commanders. They also discuss the situation around al‐Huwayzah, as well as other various battle‐related issues. There is a military cooperative situation between Iraq and Jordan, with vague references to a possible transfer of funds or arms transfer, that is also mentioned. The purchase of foreign currency, specifically French francs, is also briefly discussed.

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Conflict Records Research Center, National Defense University, SH-PDWN-D-001-028. Contributed by Steve Coll.

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2024-09-17

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Meeting Minutes

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301020

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Top Secret