Body of evidence shows that it pays to cover up - War on Iraq - smh.com.au
Most American soldiers who suffered life-threatening wounds in combat in Iraq were hit in the limbs, not the torso - a finding that suggests the body armour worn by all soldiers is remarkably effective.
The first look at the injured soldiers found that 58 per cent were wounded in the hands, feet, arms or legs. Only 9 per cent were injured in the abdomen, chest, back or groin.
Most American soldiers who suffered life-threatening wounds in combat in Iraq were hit in the limbs, not the torso - a finding that suggests the body armour worn by all soldiers is remarkably effective.
The first look at the injured soldiers found that 58 per cent were wounded in the hands, feet, arms or legs. Only 9 per cent were injured in the abdomen, chest, back or groin.
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