In the final article in Salon's series, we ask what President Obama will do about the rise of suicide and murder among U.S. soldiers returning from combat.
By Mark Benjamin and Michael de Yoanna Feb 14, 2009
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Kenneth Eastridge had PTSD before he ever donned a uniform or did two tours of duty in Iraq. Now he's in prison for his part in the murder of a fellow soldier.
By Michael de Yoanna and Mark Benjamin
February 13, 2009
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The Army knew Cpl. Robert Marko might have psychological problems, but sent him to Iraq anyway. He is now awaiting trial for murder in Colorado.
By Michael de Yoanna and Mark Benjamin
February 13, 2009
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On his MySpace page, Kenneth Eastridge expressed excitement to be leaving "the gay ass Army." Now he is in prison for involvement in a murder.
By Michael de Yoanna and Mark Benjamin
February 13, 2009
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John Needham returned from Iraq, suffering from combat stress. If he had received proper care, would he be standing trial for murder?
By Michael de Yoanna and Mark Benjamin
February 12, 2009
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A written statement from John Needham, who suffers from PTSD, describing an encounter with an officer at Fort Carson.
By Mark Benjamin and Michael de Yoanna
February 12, 2009
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Pfc. Ryan Alderman, now deceased, sought medical help from the Army. He got a fistful of powerful drugs instead.
By Mark Benjamin and Michael de Yoanna
February 10, 2009
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The details of three more deaths that might have been prevented among Fort Carson-based soldiers.
By Michael de Yoanna and Mark Benjamin
February 10, 2009
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Read a sworn statement from the late Pfc. Ryan Alderman about what he witnessed in Iraq and his problems receiving adequate medical care from the Army.
By Mark Benjamin and Michael de Yoanna
February 10, 2009
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Returning U.S. combat soldiers are committing suicide and murder in alarming numbers. In a special series, Salon uncovers the habitual mistreatment behind the preventable deaths.
By Mark Benjamin and Michael de Yoanna
February 9, 2009
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Adam Lieberman tried to kill himself when he returned from Iraq. Only then did the Army take his mental health seriously.
By Mark Benjamin and Michael de Yoanna
February 9, 2009
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When Army Pvt. Adam Lieberman tried to commit suicide, his mother had to paint over his suicide note. See the photos here, as well as the "Hurt Feelings Report."
By Mark Benjamin and Michael de Yoanna
February 9, 2009
Coming home: The conclusion
"That young man never should have come into the Army"
"He hears sounds which seem to be voices"
"Who I'd like to meet: Al Capone, Hitler"
"You're a pussy and a scared little kid"
"I will break your f---ing face"
"Kill yourself. Save us the paperwork"
Mark Waltz, Kenneth Lehman, Chad Barrett
"I am seeking help. I mean mental help"
Death in the USA: The Army's fatal neglect
"The Death Dealers took my life!"
Are you a pussy?
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