This book is about helping our neighbors in a war-torn country. During the first five years of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Baylor educators and friends made five journeys into Northern Iraq to help prepare for education in the context of democracy, civil rights, and freedom. The fourth and fifth journeys included oral history interviews and humanitarian assistance for the survivors of Saddam
William A. Mitchell is Professor Emeritus of Political Science, Baylor University, and former Professor of National Security Affairs, Air War College. Colonel Mitchell, USAF, (Ret.) served 33 years military service including the Vietnam War and the First Gulf War.