Operation Phantom Fury [Fallujah] An estimated 10,000-15,000 American troops launched the operation in on November 8, 2004 after weeks of aerial bombardment by U.S. planes. Trained Iraqi forces also particpated in the operation. U.S. commanders expected about 2,000 members of Iraqi Security Forces to fight with American troops but Gen. George W. Casey Jr., the top American commander in...