5 Reasons Route Irish Was the Most Nerve-Racking Road in Iraq
A Humvee in Sadiyah. The other side of the wall is Route Irish. (Photo by Matthew Vea) 22 Feb 2021 We Are The Mighty | By Blake Stilwell Once dubbed “the world’s most dangerous road,” the 7.5-mile stretch from Baghdad’s Green Zone to the airport was called “Route Irish” during the American-led occupation of Iraq. It was a fitting introduction to the country during the height of the war. For years, Route Irish was a trial by fire: if you survived the drive from the airport, you would be ready for anything. Route...
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