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File: 950718_6tr78_93_j23.txtFilename:6tr78_93.j23 ********************************************* This document is a captured Iraqi military record. It is provided in its original form to include Iraqi classification markings (i.e. Top Secret, Secret, etc.). These classification markings are NOT U.S. Government markings. ********************************************* [page-182] In the name of God, the most merciful Top secret 12th armored division medical command NO.: Qaf. 2\23\795 Date: 11/13/1985 Headquarters\Medical field Unit \31 Secret NO.: chem\ 2319 Date: 11/23/1985 To: Field medical units 31, 32, 33 Subject : Information on protection masks Per the top secret memo of the chemical branch 10195, dated 8/2/1985, delivered to us in the top secret memo of the 12th armored division chemical branch command 677, dated 9/11/1985, enclosed please find an original copy of the information available to the command on the protection capability of some of the protection masks, though most protection masks are similar in terms of capabilities, except the Russian protection mask. Please review.o Attachments: 1. Information on protection masks Handwritten is the following: Chemical councillor. Signed by: Lieutenant Colonel Dentist Imad Taqui Hadi [page-183] In the name of God, the most merciful He who fights with honor deserves glory Top secret and Urgent 2nd corps chemical branch No.: Supplies\1284 Date:11/18/1985 To:Chemical branch command Chemical command (22nd division) Subject: Standardization of supplies and equipment Following our top secret and urgent memo 1208, dated 11/13/1985, it was decided that: 1. 10 percent of supplies for formations and units that are supported by medical field units and hospitals is to be allotted to the medical field units. This must apply to all brigades. 2. The availability of supplies for brigades\units is to be determined in cooperation with the administration and medical commands of your divisions. Please take necessary action and advise of compliance. Signed by: Colonel Tal'at Mohammad Faraj CC: 2nd corps command, FYI and a copy of our memo. 2nd corps medica command Top secret and urgent original copy [page-184] In the name of God, the most merciful Top secret and Urgent 22nd Infantry division medical command No.: Qaf 2\23\1466 Date: 11\24\1985 Headquarters/Medical field unit/31 Secret No.: Chemical\ 2372 Date:November 24,1985 To: Medical field units 55,65,31 Subject: Standardization of uniform and equipment Reference the 22nd infantry division /Chemical operations top secret and urgent memo number 3277, dated 11/20/1985 and further to our top secret and urgent memo no.1380, dated November 6,1985. Enclosed is a copy of the original top secret and urgent memo of the chemical command number 1284, dated November 18,1985. please take the necessary action . Attachments: 1. memo Signed by: Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Dia' Ridha Ali 22nd Infantry Division Medical Commandant (signature of the above) Handwritten is the following: Administrative officer, act accordingly. Chemical councillor. 11/21/1985 Corporal Hazem. [page-185] Secret B. a cloud of fume or fog, different from that formed in the case od a regular explosion, in addition the cloud movement and spreading are different. C. There also are drops of a liquid or (word not legible) where the bomb has fallen> D. There appears fragments of a specially prepared bomb in order to spread the germs, like the existence of a gap or place protected from the effects of the explosive material, or something similar to that. E. watch also for insects, animals, packages, or cans around the location where the plane dropped the bomb. F. The existence of insects or animals where they were never seen in that location before. 3. THE CHEMICAL ATTACK Signs to watch for a chemical attack are: A. Evidence and symptoms that the enemy has launched a chemical attack by planes are: First, a cloud of gas or smoke, fog condenses fast in the attack area. Second, it's possible that a strange odor be detected. Third, the exploding bombs don't produce a large roaring sound. Fourth, birds in the vicinity of the attack are affected by the attack to the extent that they couldn't fly. Fifth, oil spots or other spots could be seen in the attack area, especially when poison agents are used by the enemy. Sixth, a tail of fume behind the attack plane that drops the poison liquid agent could be seen, than it starts descending to the ground and disappearing fast. B. Evidence and symptoms that the enemy has launched a chemical attack with artillery are: First, the explosion of artillery shells don't produce a large roar when bombs are filled with poison chemical agents. Second, a cloud of fume or fog develops over the area of the explosion. Third, oily or dark looking spots develop around the area of the explosion. Fourth, C. Evidence and symptoms that the enemy has launched a poison chemical attack with gas or fume bombs are: First, one could see a spark as the fume bomb is launched. one could also hear a whistling noise as the fume bomb is launched. Second, a cloud of fume or fog develops over the area of the explosion that moves in the direction of wind coming from the enemy's direction. Third, feeling some direct effects like an unknown odor ar some inflammation of the respiratory system.Eyes taring, coughing, general exhaustion, temporary blindness are also symptoms to watch for. (The last two lines starting with the word NOTE don't make sense.) [page-186] Protective Ointment Use Instructions 1. The ointment is used to protect the skin against Mustard gas, and its small drops during exposing to it or right after that. The ointment should be applied to all parts of the skin that are exposed to the gas. 2. The ointment is distributed in small ready-to-use containers. 3. It consists of two basic components: a: Molochramine with a percentage that's between 4,5-25 percent of active chlorine in the final product B: An oily component that would make the ointment stick for a long time on the exposed area. 4. Active Chlorine interacts with mustard to turn it into (a word deleted from the text) as a poison gas agent. 5. The ointment is effective in protecting the mustard gas from reaching the skin for several hours, especially if the concentrations of the ointment are 20-30 microgram\liter. Its effectiveness, however is limited against the mustard drops. 6. The ointment might cause some inflammation because it contains active chlorine 7. Ointment effectiveness decreases when sweating. 8. Ointment is slow dealing with nitrogen mustard. 9. a thin layer of the ointment should be applied to the exposed skin parts before they are exposed to mustard gas, especially neck, face, hands 10. The ointment should be used immediately after body is exposed to mustard gas ( as in article 9) within 3-5 minutes. 11. If mustard gas drops reach the exposed parts of the skin, the following technique is to be followed: a. the mustard gas drops should be removed from the skin with any available means such as a piece of cloth. b. apply thin layer of the ointment on the exposed area to be removed, then another layer should be applied and remain. 12. The ointment should be distributed at a ratio of one container per individual, though a number of individuals can share one container. CAUTIONS 13. The ointment should not be applied to the eyes or the skin around the eyes. 14. The ointment shouldn't be used as the skin turns red (redness is the primary symptoms of being exposed to the Bubble agents.) 15. The ointment is not to be applied to injuries. [page-187] SECRET First: There exist at the headquarters of chemical branch schools and the division schools a chemical warrant officer (chemical councillor) to train members of these schools on how to properly use protection equipment, and how to protect against chemical attacks. Second: Duties: The unit chemical councillor conducts the following duties: 1. Chemical training to all members on how to protect against incendiary materials (Napalm). 2. Proper storage and maintenance of unit chemical equipment. 3. Noticing the proper use of unit chemical equipment. 4. Train the unit ranks on unit chemical equipment. 5. Regular inspection of unit chemical equipment. 5. Keep records of unit chemical equipment including quantities and usability. 6. Train a section of each company on chemical observation and use of ray detection and chemical observation equipment for a week of every six months. Chemical battalion (General headquarters) First, organization: Appendix (c) Second, Duties 1. Conduct duties of chemical and radioactive observation. 2. Detect chemical and radioactive contamination of systems, equipment, and personnel. 3. Measure radioactive doses received by personnel. [page-188] Instructions for Protective Ointment Use 1. Protective ointment should be used to protect the skin against Mustard gas, and its small drops before or immediately after exposing to it or right after that. The ointment should be applied to all parts of the skin that are exposed to the gas. Characteristics: 2. The ointment is distributed in small ready-to-use containers. 3. It consists of two basic components: a: Molochramine with a percentage that's between 4,5-25 percent of active chlorine in the final product B: An oily component that would make the ointment stick for a long time on the exposed area. 4. Active Chlorine interacts with mustard to turn it into a material that's not a poison gas agent. 5. The ointment is effective in protecting the mustard gas from reaching the skin for several hours, especially if the concentrations of the ointment are 20-30 microgram\liter. Its effectiveness, however is limited against the mustard drops. 6. The ointment might cause some inflammation because it contains active chlorine 7. Ointment effectiveness decreases when sweating. 8. Ointment is slow dealing with nitrogen mustard. 9. a thin layer of the ointment should be applied to the exposed skin parts before they are exposed to mustard gas, especially neck, face, hands 10. The ointment should be used immediately after body is exposed to mustard gas ( as in article 9) within 3-5 minutes. 11. If mustard gas drops reach the exposed parts of the skin, the following technique is to be followed: a. the mustard gas drops should be removed from the skin with any available means such as a piece of cloth. b. apply thin layer of the ointment on the exposed area to be removed, then another layer should be applied and remain. 12. The ointment should be distributed at a ratio of one container per individual, though a number of individuals can share one container. CAUTIONS 13. The ointment should not be applied to the eyes or the skin around the eyes. 14. The ointment shouldn't be used as the skin turns red (redness is the primary symptoms of being exposed to the Bubble agents.) 15. The ointment is not to be applied to injuries. [page-189] (This page is a duplicate of page 185.) Secret B. a cloud of fume or fog, different from that formed in the case od a regular explosion, in addition the cloud movement and spreading are different. C. There also are drops of a liquid or (word not legible) where the bomb has fallen> D. There appears fragments of a specially prepared bomb in order to spread the germs, like the existence of a gap or place protected from the effects of the explosive material, or something similar to that. E. watch also for insects, animals, packages, or cans around the location where the plane dropped the bomb. F. The existence of insects or animals where they were never seen in that location before. 3. THE CHEMICAL ATTACK Signs to watch for a chemical attack are: A. Evidence and symptoms that the enemy has launched a chemical attack by planes are: First, a cloud of gas or smoke, fog condenses fast in the attack area. Second, it's possible that a strange odor be detected. Third, the exploding bombs don't produce a large roaring sound. Fourth, birds in the vicinity of the attack are affected by the attack to the extent that they couldn't fly. Fifth, oil spots or other spots could be seen in the attack area, especially when poison agents are used by the enemy. Sixth, a tail of fume behind the attack plane that drops the poison liquid agent could be seen, than it starts descending to the ground and disappearing fast. B. Evidence and symptoms that the enemy has launched a chemical attack with artillery are: First, the explosion of artillery shells don't produce a large roar when bombs are filled with poison chemical agents. Second, a cloud of fume or fog develops over the area of the explosion. Third, oily or dark looking spots develop around the area of the explosion. Fourth, C. Evidence and symptoms that the enemy has launched a poison chemical attack with gas or fume bombs are: First, one could see a spark as the fume bomb is launched. one could also hear a whistling noise as the fume bomb is launched. Second, a cloud of fume or fog develops over the area of the explosion that moves in the direction of wind coming from the enemy's direction. Third, feeling some direct effects like an unknown odor ar some inflammation of the respiratory system.Eyes taring, coughing, general exhaustion, temporary blindness are also symptoms to watch for. [page-190] In the name of God, the most merciful Secret Victory is ours 22nd infantry division command General staff Operations No.: chem\56\S\3304 11/21/1985 Headquarters/Medical field unit/31 Secret No.: Chemical\ 2344 Date:November 24,1985 Medical field unit/31 To: List (c) Subject: Protective Ointment Use Instructions Attached is the secret memo of the 2nd corps chemical branch No. 1182, dated 11/11/1985 and attachments, please review and act accordingly. Signed by: Staff Lieutenant colonel Furat Ali Ghalib of the 22nd infantry division command CC: Follow-up file Memo text During the visit of a group of the chemical branch to our corps units, the following areas were found to be lacking: Please pass to all formations and units operating in your divisions to act accordingly. 1. Protective Ointment Use 2. Atropine injection 3. Chemical councillor duties (The following is handwritten: 1. Outer clinic should copy, read and be kept by officer in charge. 2. Chemical councillor should copy, read and keep. 3. Pharmacy should review to get the said materials (Protective Ointment Use, Atropine injection. 4. Records should also keep a copy, and copies of memo should go to all centers collecting losses. 5. All officers should be informed. Captain Dr.: Munib Adel, 11/24/1985 [page-191] In the name of God, the most merciful Secret 22nd Infantry division medical command No.: Qaf 1\14\968 Date: 11\25\1985 Headquarters/Medical field unit/31 Secret No.: Chemical\ 2386 Date:November 27,1985 To: Medical field units 55,65,31 Subject: Instructions for using protective cream Reference to 22nd infantry division /Chemical operations secret memo number chem. 56\S\3304, dated 11/21/1985. please take the necessary action accordingly. Signed by: Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Dia' Ridha Ali 22nd Infantry Division Medical Commandant (signature of the above) (Handwritten is the following: Chemical counsellor, bring the said memo and come to see me. 11/27/1985.) Corporal Hazem.. [page-192] In the name of God, the most merciful Top Secret Victory is ours 22nd infantry division command General staff Operations No.: chem.\56\Ha\3194 Date: 11/13/1985 Headquarters\Medical field Unit\31 Secret No.: Chemical\2232 Date: November 11, 1985 To: Medical field unit\31 Medical field unit\55 Medical field unit\65 Subject: sending a messenger Reference the top secret memo of the 2nd corps chemical branch No. 1249, dated 11/11/1985 with regard to distributing 2 liters of quicklime material for your units. Please send you our messenger with 5 forms (102) signed by the commandant and the administrative officer for receiving the above-mentioned material, and advise. . CC: 22nd infantry division medical command signed by Lt. Colonel Wa'el Majed Tajeddin Staff Officer of the 22nd infantry Chemical division Handwritten is the following: chemical, receive ASAP. 11/15. 1-1 Top secret [page-193] Top secret 22nd Infantry division medical command No.: Qaf 5\59\1419 Date: 11\15\1985 Headquarters/Medical field unit/31 Secret No.: Chemical\ 2259 Date:November 16,1985 To: Medical field units 55,65,31 Subject: Sending messenger Reference to 22nd infantry division /Chemical operations top secret memo number 3194, dated 11/13/1985. please take the necessary action accordingly. Signed by: Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Dia' Ridha Ali 22nd Infantry Division Medical Commandant (signature of the above) (Handwritten is the following: Chemical, to take the necessary action. Assign somebody with some knowledge of chemical warfare until the Chemical counsellor arrives to avoid making mistakes, 11/16.) Corporal Hazem.. [page-194] No.: chem\ Date: To: 2nd corps chemical branch Subject: Sending messenger Reference to your top secret memo 1249, dated 11/11/1985, we are hereby sending you our messenger (----) with the required forms, please deliver to him 2 liters of the quicklime material, and advise. Attachments: 5 forms (102) CC: 22nd Infantry Division\operations\chemical, your top secret memo chem.\56\9\3194, dated 11/13/1985, please review. [page-195] In the name of God, the most merciful Headquarters/Medical field unit/31 No.: chem\4409 Date: 12/2/1985 To: 2nd corps chemical branch Subject: Sending messenger Reference to your top secret memo 1249, dated 11/11/1985, we are hereby sending you our messenger (Husam Abdelshihab Mehdi) with the required forms, please deliver to him 2 liters of the quicklime material allotted to our unit, and advise. Attachments: 5 forms (102) CC: 22nd Infantry Division\operations\chemical, your top secret memo chem.\56\Ha\3194, dated 11/13/1985, please review. Filed Chemical [page-196] Top secret 22nd Infantry division medical command No.: Qaf 1\14\1409 Date: 11\14\1985 Headquarters/Medical field unit/31 Secret No.: Chemical\ 2228 Date:November 15,1985 To: Medical field units 55,65,31 Subject: Sending messenger Reference to 22nd infantry division /Chemical operations top secret memo number 3156, dated 11/9/1985. please send your messenger with 5 forms (102) signed by the commandant and administrative officer to receive your share of (c. s.), and advise. (Handwritten is the following: Please receive ASAP, 11/15.) Signed by: Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Dia' Ridha Ali 22nd Infantry Division Medical Commandant (signature of the above) CC: 22nd infantry division /Chemical operations, your memo above, please review.
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