Bobert,

I have mentioned this in another thread, but earlier on you described your "Battle of Baghdad" scenario and what you saw as it's outcome.

I refer you to current events in a certain Moscow theatre - that is your "Battle of Baghdad" scenario in miniature.

Population of Baghdad - 3, 844, 642 (give or take a few)

Forces considered "loyal" to Sadam Hussein . 132,000 (give or take a few).

Should push ever come to shove, if I was one of the 132,000, taking into account recent activities that would appear on my CV and those of my colleagues - I'd be watching my back more than watching any enemy at the door.