The Iraqi people are known for intelligence, hard-work and courage, and we will stand with you,".

VOA: standard.2009.04.25

The Arab press has called him as a "hero" and several admirers have even offered to betroth their daughters to him, as a reward for his "courage."

VOA: standard.2009.03.12

On hand to greet them was Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen, who posed for photos with each veteran and hailed their courage and their contribution to U.S.history.

VOA: standard.2009.11.04

They should have some courage, and they should stop it. It is no good for the players, and somehow I hope the players have the ability around the world to stand up and say we are not playing on this, plain and simple."

VOA: standard.2009.06.07

"Now that Operation Panther's Claw has shown that it can bring success and the first phase of that operation is over, it is time to commemorate all those soldiers who have given their lives and to thank all our British soldiers for the determination, the professionalism and the courage that they have been showing,"

VOA: standard.2009.07.27