After September 11, 2001, U.S. officials authorized the cruel treatment and torture of prisoners held in Afghanistan, Iraq, Guantanamo, and the CIA's secret prisons overseas.

This database documents the U.S. government's official experiment with torture. At present, the database contains well over 100,000 pages of government documents obtained primarily through Freedom of Information Act litigation and requests filed by the ACLU, and through litigation of Salim v. Mitchell, a lawsuit brought by the ACLU on behalf of the survivors and the family of a dead victim of the CIA torture program. To learn more about the database, please read the About and Search Help pages. If you're a developer, you can also access this data through our API.

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Jan. 05, 2002 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1793
Army memo with a chronology of detainee/guard interactions and issues that were experienced. Does not appear to be official, but contains details of everyday goings on at the detention camp during January 5, 2002 through February 13, 2002.
Dec. 18, 2003 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1789
Memo to all soldiers and dragoons who are or scheduled to perform detainee operations. The memo reminds the soldiers that they have a duty and professional standards to uphold and maintain. They must treat detainees with dignity and respect; do ...
| ACLU-RDI 1790
Blank Page Information Sheet: Photographs not provided based on application of judge's in camera rulings. (tourist-type photos)
Sept. 21, 2003 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1786
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide guidance for the treatment of enemy prisoners of war (EPW), civilian internees (CI) and other detainees (OD) in the custody of U.S. Forces. Commanders at all levels will ensure that EPWs, civilian ...
Nov. 30, 2005
Non-legal Memo
Raymond Odierno
Raymond T. Odierno
Sept. 03, 2006 | DOD | ACLU-RDI 1787
DOD PowerPoint presentation describes types of detainees, detainee flow, timeline of detention. Describes holding authority, required documentation.
Dec. 18, 2003 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1788
Describes proper treatment of detainees; Procedures for detainees of intelligence interest and criminal detainees; and the review process for commanders for compliance with protocols.
Aug. 04, 2003 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1783
Form for AR 15-6 proceedings. Appointed by MG Raymond Odierno. A detainee died while in custody at the DCCP. The deceased was seen by a cardiologist at the 28th CSH and diagnosed with coronary artery disease, angina and type II diabetes. He died ...
Nov. 30, 2005
Investigative File
Raymond T. Odierno
May 19, 2003 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1784
Instructions for Task Force Talon Unit in detaining individuals. Deadly force is not authorized unless ammunition, weapons or explosives are being looted. Categories of detainees. Rules of Engagement. Arrest procedures.
Sept. 21, 2003 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1785
Army memo stating that the proper safeguarding of detainees is the responsibility of capturing US forces and that US personnel are to adhear tot he Rules of Engagment.
Nov. 30, 2005
Non-legal Memo
Raymond T. Odierno
Sept. 11, 2003 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1781
Investigation into incident where a detainee was shot & killed at FOB Ironhorse on 9/11/03. Medics had advised guards that detainees in isolation could get up and walk around to relieve discomfort and pain. An MP saw detainee touching ...
Nov. 30, 2005
Non-legal Memo, Investigative File (AR 15-6)
Physical assault, Other
Aug. 24, 2003 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1782
An Iraqi national, 56-year-old male, died while in custody at FOB Ironhorse on August 13, 2003 due to cardiopulmonary arrest; no autopsy was performed; no foul play or abuse suspected. Detainee had been ill and received medical attention. The ...
Nov. 30, 2005
Investigative File
Raymond T. Odierno
Mar. 07, 2004 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1779
A detainee was not properly medically screened and died as a result of a non-diagnosed medical condition. These are recommendations about screening of detainees.
Nov. 12, 2003 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1780
Form for AR 15-6 proceedings form referencing an investigation at FOB Raider, Tikrit, Iraq on September 12, 2003.
May 13, 2005 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1776
Lists Chapter 10s and Article 15s from Ft. Hood and Ft. Carson. The soldiers names have been redacted.
Mar. 07, 2004 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1777
AR 15-6 report Record of investigation. Medic at FOB Ironhorse failed to recognize seriousness of the detainee's condition. These are recommendations about screening of detainees.
Nov. 30, 2005
Investigative File (AR 15-6)
Raymond Odierno
Raymond T. Odierno
Mar. 07, 2004 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1778
On the morning of February 8, 2004 a detainee was found breathless and pulseless in his cell. The detainee had been brought in to FOB Ironhorse four (4) days earlier complaining of weakness and had two (2) episodes of fainting. He was so weak ...
Nov. 30, 2005
Non-legal Memo
Other
Mar. 20, 2004 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1774
This memo issueing a reprimand for Obstruction of Justice is issued to a Major for his wrongfully impeding criminal investigation into drowning death of an Iraqi citizen in an incident know as the Tigris River Incident, Samarra, Iraq, January 3, ...
Nov. 30, 2005
Non-legal Memo, Investigative File (CID)
Raymond Odierno
Raymond T. Odierno
Dec. 22, 2003 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1775
Article 15 Investigation proceeding wherein two (2) charges of abusing detainees was established against an enlisted (E3) person. The charges were: 1) On Nov. 22, 2003 the E3 stuck a detainee on the head with his hand; and 2) On Nov. 22, 2003 the ...
DOA | ACLU-RDI 1771
Memorandum of Counseling for the Lieutenant Colonel who commanded the soldiers who participated in the actions that led to the death by drowning of Mr. Fadhil in the Tigris River on January 3, 2004, and the cover-up that took place after his ...
Nov. 30, 2005
Non-legal Memo
Raymond Odierno
Raymond T. Odierno
Mar. 13, 2004 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1772
Acknowledgment of receipt of Counseling Memorandum issued to and received by a Lieutenant Colonel counseling him for his participation in covering up the abuse and death of Iraqi civilians in an incident known as the Tigris River Incident, ...
Mar. 20, 2004 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1773
This Article 15 Proceeding concerns an incident at the Tigris River Bridge in: Samarra, Iraq, January 3, 2004. The charges against the Major are for impeding the investigation in to the matter by wrongfully attempting to influence soldiers to ...
Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Article 15)
Raymond T. Odierno
Zaydun Ma'mun Fadhil
Physical assault, General
May 13, 2004 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1769
This Article 15 Proceeding concerns an incident at the Tigris River Bridge in: Samarra, Iraq, January 3, 2004. The charges against the Lieutenant Colonel are for impeding the investigation in to the matter by wrongfully attempting to influence ...
Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Article 15)
Raymond Odierno
Raymond T. Odierno
Zaydun Ma'mun Fadhil
Physical assault, General, Other
DOA | ACLU-RDI 1770
Army Memo re: Tigris River Incident Reprimand for Obstruction of Justice. A Lieutenant Colonel is reprimanded for wrongfully endeavoring to impede an investigation into the drowning death of an Iraqi civilian. The LTC ordered others to deny that ...
Nov. 30, 2005
Non-legal Memo
Raymond Odierno
Raymond T. Odierno
Physical assault, General, Other
Feb. 05, 2004 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1766

Army Provost Marshal Compliance Inspection Report: Brigade Central Collection Point (BCCP) Compliance Inspection February 2004

DOA | ACLU-RDI 1767
Army Detainee Processing Worksheet: 4th Infantry Division Detainee Disposition Worksheet
May 12, 2004 | OJAG | ACLU-RDI 1768
This report by the Staff Judge Advocates Office centers on allegations of detainee abuse of Iraqis in the custody of the 4th Infantry Division; Taskforce Ironhorse; FOB Packhorse detention facility. The report synopsizes twelve (12) cases of ...
Nov. 30, 2005
Investigative File
Edward L. Richmond
Hassan Ekab Ahmed, Muhamad Husain Kadir, Zaydun Ma'mun Fadhil
Physical assault, Stomach/abdominal slap, General, Assault/death, Other, Threat
Nov. 03, 2004 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1764
Army Provost Marshal Compliance Inspection Report: Brigade Central Collection Point (BCCP) Compliance Inspection November 2003.
Jan. 21, 2004 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1765
Army Provost Marshal Compliance Inspection Report: Brigade Central Collection Point (BCCP) Compliance Inspection January 2004.
Nov. 04, 2004 | CID | ACLU-RDI 1762
Investigation based on civilian contractor's allegation that he witnessed U.S. Marines abusing Iraqi detainees. In a sworn statement the contractor says he saw Marines place bags over an Iraqi prisoners' heads and strike him in the head with a ...
Nov. 30, 2005
Investigative File (CID)
Physical assault, Attention grasp, General, Threat, Assault/death, Environmental manipulation, Hooding/Goggling
Oct. 06, 2003 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1763
Army Provost Marshal Compliance Inspection Report: Brigade Central Collection Point (BCCP) Compliance Inspection.
June 23, 2005 | CID | ACLU-RDI 1760
Investigation into death of an Iraqi male who was killed in Iraq by an American soldier. The investigation determined that the Sergeant who killed the Iraqi not commit the offense of murder and the offense of murder was not committed as initially ...
Feb. 17, 2005 | CID | ACLU-RDI 1761
Investigation into death of an Iraqi male who was killed in Iraq by an American soldier. The investigation determined that the Sergeant who killed the Iraqi not commit the offense of murder and the offense of murder was not committed as initially ...
May 20, 2004 | DOA | OJAG | ACLU-RDI 1759
This Court Martial record (volume 8 of 8) discusses the court martial proceedings of Staff Sergeant Ivan L. Frederick, II, who was charged for offenses he committed while assigned to the Abu Ghraib Detention Facility on or about November 08, ...
Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Court-Martial), Judicial (Opinion)
Janis Leigh Karpinski, Ivan L. Frederick, II, Ricardo Sanchez, Geoffrey D. Miller, George R. Fay, Armin J. Cruz, Roman Krol, Judge Merck, Judge Johnson, Judge Moore, Thomas F. Metz, Mark Traecey Patrick Kimmitt
May 20, 2004 | DOA | OJAG | ACLU-RDI 1758
This Court Martial record (volume 7 of 8) discusses the court martial proceedings of Staff Sergeant Ivan L. Frederick, II, who was charged for offenses he committed while assigned to the Abu Ghraib Detention Facility on or about November 08, ...
Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Court-Martial)
Ivan L. Frederick, II, Megan M. Ambuhl, Javal Sean Davis, Charles A. Graner, Jr., Sabrina D. Harman, Jeremy C. Sivits, Armin J. Cruz, Lynndie Rana England, Ricardo Sanchez, Geoffrey D. Miller, Tom Romero, Roman Krol, Thomas F. Metz
May 20, 2004 | DOA | OJAG | ACLU-RDI 1756

This Court Martial record (volume 5 of 8) discusses the court martial proceedings of Staff Sergeant Ivan L. Frederick, II, who was charged for offenses he committed while assigned to the Abu Ghraib Detention Facility on or about November 08, ...

Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Court-Martial)
Ivan L. Frederick, II, Romie Leslie Brownlee, Donald H. Rumsfeld, Ricardo Sanchez, Antonio Taguba, George R. Fay, Megan M. Ambuhl, Charles A. Graner, Jr., Jeremy C. Sivits, Javal Sean Davis, Sabrina D. Harman, Armin J. Cruz, Lynndie Rana England, Paul J. Kern, Anthony R. Jones, Geoffrey D. Miller, Walter Wojdakowski, Barbara G. Fast, Janis Leigh Karpinski, Steven L. Jordan, Jason L. Jones, Togo D. West, Jr., Richard A. Coleman, J.L. Johnson, J.S. Mobley, Barbara G. Fast, Thomas Pappas
Use of water, Water dousing, Physical assault, Threat, Use of electricity, Stress positions, Cramped confinement, Use of phobias, Sleep deprivation, Isolation, Dietary manipulation, Environmental manipulation, Temperature, Hooding/Goggling, Nudity, Other Humiliation, Sexual, Religious, Forced grooming, Other
May 20, 2004 | DOA | OJAG | ACLU-RDI 1757
This Court Martial record (volume 6 of 8) discusses the court martial proceedings of Staff Sergeant Ivan L. Frederick, II, who was charged for offenses he committed while assigned to the Abu Ghraib Detention Facility on or about November 08, ...
Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Court-Martial)
Megan M. Ambuhl, Javal Sean Davis, Charles A. Graner, Jr., Sabrina D. Harman, Jeremy C. Sivits, Armin J. Cruz, Lynndie Rana England, Ivan L. Frederick, II, Antonio Taguba, Captain Kobs, Janis Leigh Karpinski
Physical assault, General, Threat, Use of electricity, Stress positions, Environmental manipulation, Hooding/Goggling, Nudity, Other Humiliation, Sexual, Religious, Other
May 20, 2004 | DOA | OJAG | ACLU-RDI 1755
This Court Martial record (Volume 4 of 8) discusses the court martial proceedings of Staff Sergeant Ivan L. Frederick, II, who was charged for offenses he committed while assigned to the Abu Ghraib Detention Facility on or about November 08, ...
Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Court-Martial)
Ivan L. Frederick, II, Megan M. Ambuhl, Javal Sean Davis, Charles A. Graner, Jr., Sabrina D. Harman, Jeremy C. Sivits, Armin J. Cruz, Lynndie Rana England
May 20, 2004 | DOA | OJAG | ACLU-RDI 1754
This Court Martial record discusses the court martial proceedings (volume 3 of 8) of Staff Sergeant Ivan L. Frederick, II, who was charged for offenses he committed while assigned to the Abu Ghraib Detention Facility on or about November 08, ...
Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Court-Martial)
Ivan L. Frederick, II, Megan M. Ambuhl, Javal Sean Davis, Charles A. Graner, Jr., Sabrina D. Harman, Jeremy C. Sivits, Armin J. Cruz, Lynndie Rana England
May 20, 2004 | DOA | OJAG | ACLU-RDI 1753
This Court Martial record (volume 2 of 8) discusses the court martial proceedings of Staff Sergeant Ivan L. Frederick, II, who was charged for offenses he committed while assigned to the Abu Ghraib Detention Facility on or about November 08, ...
Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Court-Martial)
Antonio Taguba, Ivan L. Frederick, II, Megan M. Ambuhl, Charles A. Graner, Jr., Sabrina D. Harman, Jeremy C. Sivits, Armin J. Cruz, Lynndie Rana England
June 13, 2005 | DOA | OJAG | ACLU-RDI 1751
This Court Martial record (Volume 7 of 7) discusses the court martial proceedings of Private First Class Edward L. Richmond, Jr., he was charged with murder for shooting and killing an Iraqi civilian-farmer on or about February 28, 2004 at or ...
Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Court-Martial)
John R. Batiste, Edward L. Richmond
Muhamad Husain Kadir
Other
May 20, 2004 | DOA | OJAG | ACLU-RDI 1752
This Court Martial record discusses the court martial proceedings of Staff Sergeant Ivan L. Frederick, II, who was charged for offenses he committed while assigned to the Abu Ghraib Detention Facility on or about November 08, 2003. SSG ...
Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Court-Martial)
Ivan L. Frederick, II, Megan M. Ambuhl, Jeremy C. Sivits, Javal Sean Davis, Charles A. Graner, Jr., Sabrina D. Harman, Armin J. Cruz, Lynndie Rana England, Roman Krol, Thomas F. Metz
Threat, Use of electricity, Stress positions, Environmental manipulation, Hooding/Goggling, Nudity, Other Humiliation, Sexual, Religious, Other
June 13, 2005 | DOA | OJAG | ACLU-RDI 1749
This is the Court Martial record (Volume 5 of 7), record of trial, of Private First Class Edward L. Richmond, Jr., who was charged with murder for shooting and killing an Iraqi civilian-farmer on or about February 28, 2004 at or near Taal Al Jal, ...
Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Court-Martial)
Edward L. Richmond
Muhamad Husain Kadir
Other
June 13, 2005 | DOA | OJAG | ACLU-RDI 1750
This Court Martial record (Volume 6 of 7) discusses the court martial proceedings of Private First Class Edward L. Richmond, Jr., he was charged with murder for shooting and killing an Iraqi civilian-farmer on or about February 28, 2004 at or ...
Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Court-Martial)
John R. Batiste, Edward L. Richmond
Muhamad Husain Kadir
Other
June 13, 2005 | DOA | OJAG | ACLU-RDI 1748
This is the Court Martial record (Volume 4 of 7), the record of trial, of Private First Class Edward L. Richmond, Jr., who was charged with murder for shooting and killing an Iraqi civilian-farmer on or about February 28, 2004 at or near Taal Al ...
Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Court-Martial)
Edward L. Richmond
Muhamad Husain Kadir
Other
June 13, 2005 | DOA | OJAG | ACLU-RDI 1747
This is the Court Martial record (Volume 3 of 7) of Private First Class Edward L. Richmond, Jr., who was charged with murder for shooting and killing an Iraqi civilian-farmer on or about February 28, 2004 at or near Taal Al Jal, Iraq. Included in ...
Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Court-Martial)
Edward L. Richmond, John R. Batiste
Muhamad Husain Kadir
Other
June 13, 2005 | DOA | OJAG | ACLU-RDI 1745
This Court Martial record discusses the court martial proceedings of Private First Class Edward L. Richmond, Jr., he was charged with murder for shooting and killing an Iraqi civilian-farmer on or about February 28, 2004 at or near Taal Al Jal, ...
Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Court-Martial)
Edward L. Richmond, John R. Batiste, Richard H. Baker, Rodney Alexander
Muhamad Husain Kadir
Other
June 13, 2005 | DOA | OJAG | ACLU-RDI 1746
This is the Court Martial record (Volume 2 of 7) of Private First Class Edward L. Richmond, Jr., who was charged with murder for shooting and killing an Iraqi civilian-farmer on or about February 28, 2004 at or near Taal Al Jal, Iraq. Included ...
Nov. 30, 2005
UCMJ (Court-Martial)
Edward L. Richmond, John R. Batiste
Muhamad Husain Kadir
Other
Nov. 13, 2003 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1744
This document contains the medical records from numerous detainees during the summer and Fall of 2003. The records are not separated to distinguish from one patient to another. However, the records cover the medical treatment of numerous Iraqi ...
Oct. 07, 2003 | DOA | ACLU-RDI 1742
Discusses standards for humane treatment if detainees. Includes discussion of medical and sanitation. Discusses Geneva Conventions, soldier morale.
DOA | ACLU-RDI 1743
Discusses Army Inspector General's office's assessment of procedures relating to detainee processing. Comments on issues and makes recommendations.