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The size and capabilities of the Coalition forces involved in operations in Iraq has been a subject of much debate, confusion, and at times exaggeration. About 140,000 U.S. troops shoulder the bulk of
the responsibility in Iraq, also suffering the most casualties. Adding to their strength have been thousands of soldiers from the "coalition of the willing," though as the insurgency wears on, several nations have pulled out. As of July 1, 2005, there were 26 non-U.S. military forces participating in the coalition and contributing to the ongoing stability operations throughout Iraq.
<<< The nations at left have contributed troops, opinions or both to the war. Click for details.
To see where nations stood as the war began, click here.
Credits: CBS News, Associated Press, Globalsecurity.org, The Brookings Institution, Australian Dept. of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Troop contributions are as of March 2, 2005. |
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