US Army Bids Farewell to Last MASH Unit in Pakistan

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The U.S. Army officially closed its last Mobile Army Surgical Hospital (MASH) in Muzaffarabad, Pakistan, on February 16, 2006, transferring its facilities to local medical staff. This event marked the end of an era for the MASH units, which gained fame through the popular television series. Despite the historical significance, some participants expressed indifference towards the closure, with comments reflecting a lack of interest in the MASH legacy.
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MUZAFFARABAD, Pakistan Feb 16, 2006 (AP)— The U.S. Army said goodbye to its last MASH on Thursday, handing over the green tents, emergency room and surgical tables to Pakistani doctors and nurses who had never seen the hit TV show that made the field hospital a household name in America. [continued]
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