Dear FRONTLINE,

I am ashamed to read some of the responses to this program where people seek to make some political point. It is beyond my comprehension that you could watch this program and not walk away being totally in awe of the soldiers and their commitment to their country, to do good works, and to protect each other. They are human beings as we all are and are subject to the same faults. But you can see that they strive to get it right and to do what's right. They have been sent to do a job and they ARE getting it done. I hope they all come home safely.

Kevin Bae
Glenview, IL

Dear FRONTLINE,

The scene where that doctor shot and killed an innocent dog left be completely disgusted and sick to my stomach. I have never wished any harm upon any of our soldiers serving over in Iraq, but I came very close tonight. Was that doctor brought up on any kind of charges? If not, he should be. It was an inexcusable act of cruelty.

John Videll
Chicago, IL

Dear FRONTLINE,

It is unfortunate that Frontline has to apologise for allowing a few swear words to be heard in a documentary about a group of soldiers involved in what is essentially a war. These men are in life and death situations every day. I hear much more "colorful" language on the street.
I have heard that soldiers, once in combat, are not fighting so much for their country as for the man standing beside him. That theme is reflected in this outstanding film. It is important to show the soldiers story, a story that is all to often lost watching politicians on the evening news spinning the story of events into something we the public want to hear. You also do a service to the families, giving them a glimpse into what their loved ones are going through while they are gone, making it easier for the soldier to explain or sometimes even just talk about.
We are lucky to have men like those in Dog Company on the front line. No matter what our political beliefs may be, it is always good to remind ourselves that it is not the soldier who dictates policy, they are just the ones who pay for it.

Dennis Champ
Saskatoon, SK, Canada

Dear FRONTLINE,

First, I want to thank the Misfits--as well as every other soldier away from home--for their sacrifices and dedication to a cause that we pray will pay off some day soon. And thanks to Frontline for producing and airing the program. I cried through the whole program.

This type of documentary needs to be shown at least weekly on major cable and tv stations. If the people who are so opposed to our soldiers being in Iraq were there serving along side our guys and gals, maybe there wouldn't be so much controversy...

I can never repay our soldiers for their sacrifices, their dedication, their impecable skills, and for their love of the USA. But maybe the Iraqis can repay them...I can only hope my prayers for our soldiers' safety and blessings are heard. I love them all!!!

Marilyn Johnson
Nashville, TN

Dear FRONTLINE,

Thank you for getting this right. I think this is first chance for Americans to see what fantastic soldiers serve in their Army. The overcome obstacles that civilians can't even imagine. I served as an infantryman with the 101st Abn in Iraq from March 03 to Jan 04. Your program is the only one that even comes close to describing the Iraq experience.

Richard Smith
Sewell, NJ

Dear FRONTLINE,

As an individual leaning to the right on the political landscape, I had my "radar up" from the start of your broadcast. I was pleasantly surprised to find a report that showed the unbelieveable job these men and women do in an unbiased fashion-in a word, amazing!. You are to be commended for doing so. All Americans should be very proud of these soldiers and thankful for all they do. Please do more reporting of this type.

William Parnell
Sherman, NY

Dear FRONTLINE,

My son was in Iraq for a year and is probably headed back there this year. He is with the 101st. This show should make all Americans proud of their soldiers. I am so proud of all of them. They live in adverse conditions and under tremendous stress. This is what they go through every day they are over there. Thank you for a wonderful job documenting our heroes.

Karen Ballard
Houston, Tx

Dear FRONTLINE,

This program stresses the setbacks and problems that our military faces. If I was to see this program in isolation from any other reporting, I would conclude that we are losing the war and that our troops our not up to the job at hand. History will bear out the truth. Is PBS trying to convince us that all is lost and we should just leave? Has all of this been for nothing? I would welcome a balanced look showing both successes as well as setbacks.

Timothy Moore
Kansas City, MO

Dear FRONTLINE,

I could not get up from my chair. It is the first time I have seen a realistic picture of a soldiers life in Baghdad. I am a little offended by the 'decency' concerns of some. I feel the show should be offered with out being censored. Drive a few miles in a humvee before passing judgement on the language or actions of the soldiers! If my husband makes it home ok... the last thing I am concerned about is his language.

marla gregory
little rock, ar

Dear FRONTLINE,

The difference between good journalism and propaganda is ensuring objectivity in delivery of the story. The Frontline broadcast failed to provide sufficient balance in presenting an objective view from both perspectives of the conflict. For example, the civilian dying from a bullet wound on the back seat of the taxi was treated like an inanimate object rather than a human being who had family members worried as to why he had not yet arrived home. In the end, this lack of balance does a disservice to the viewer and most importantly to those who have lost their lives.

Brian Wilson
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Dear FRONTLINE,

The Infantry colonel who directed his hostility toward the Iraqi sheik is a disgrace to the U.S. Army. I was a commissioned officer who served two tours in Vietnam -- with an occupying Army. With an apparent lack of historical perspective, or cultural sensitivity,this officer crassly threatens and cajoles an official in the host country. How are we training these officers. This type of behavior reinforces the international image of "aggressive, brutish, arrogant ugly Americans."

Roderick Hargo
Dayton, Ohio

Dear FRONTLINE,

The soldier who thought that protesters should enlist in the Army and go to Iraq to help made a good point. However, I would sooner send those who supported this war, and wanted our troops sent to Iraq. Those of us who are against this war don't want to see our guys die like this. We have too much respect and admiration for our soldiers than to send them into an unecessary fight. It's easy for Bush apologists to sit in front of their TV watching Fox News advocating sending someone else off to do their fighting for them. Let them go fight. There are no WMD. There was no Iraqi connection to 9/11/01.

Rich Scillia
Wichita, KS

Dear FRONTLINE,

Just proves that you cannot liberate a country from itself. To the troops, I support you and pray for you every single day. You are doing a wonderful job, doing Americans proud, and keeping the spirit of the Solider alive. Hooah.

Scott Tystad

Dear FRONTLINE,

I couldn't help but write to congratulate you for this outstanding production and the positive light in which you portrayed the Army and her soldiers. I retired in 04' from the 101st Airborne Division after I returned from Iraq. At that time I had just shy of 21 years of service. I know soldiers.

Never in my life have I seen a production that got it right. You portrayed us exactly as we are and most civilians don't ever get that. We're human. We live and breathe for the guy next to us. No more, no less. We fight, we rebuild, we show mercy and compassion and sometomes, tragically, we die. And we usually do it all without gratitude or remorse.

Since I retired I have missed my soldiers and the art of soldiering. You brought that back and the tears on my cheek now aren't tears of sadness...

Thank you.

David Gabhart
Oak Grove, KY

Dear FRONTLINE,

Bravo! I think such an umblemished, uncut documentary is long overdue. This is the face of war, and its not pretty, and yes, it is peppered with the occasional 'F-bomb'. It happens, and it would happen to anyone else in the same situation. Keep up the good work PBS.

William Kennedy
Olathe, KS