The Bird Was Perfect But Not For Dinner; In Iraq Picture, Bush Is Holding the Centerpiece
WashingtonPost.com
Thursday, December 4, 2003
...Officials said they did not know the turkey would be there or that Bush would pick it up. A contractor had roasted and primped the turkey to adorn the buffet line, while the 600 soldiers were served from cafeteria-style steam trays, the officials said. They said the bird was not placed there in anticipation of Bush's stealthy visit, and military sources said a trophy turkey is a standard feature of holiday chow lines.
No wonder I was the only one holding a giant whole turkey... Mmm.... trophy turkey...