2008 Tribute to Troops Sneak Peek Photos

WWE has already headed overseas for the taping of the annual "Tribute to the Troops" special, set to air in a few weeks, prior to the Christmas holiday. The event is a wonderful yearly effort by WWE Superstars and divas to bring holiday cheer to the United States troops stationed in Iraq. Superstars and divas involved this year include Mickie James, Eve Torres, Batista, Big Show, John Cena and Jeff Hardy. It features matches involving all the WWE superstars and divas from Raw, Smackdown and ECW, as well as some surprises.

Last year saw an injured John Cena (dressed as Santa Claus) deliver an FU using his hurt shoulder and arm. The event is intended to boost morale and lift the spirits of those who are currently helping protect the homeland and stave off enemy attacks. Newsblaze.com has posted several photos of the superstars and divas over in Iraq during Tribute to the Troops, so you can get a sneak peek at some of the things going on.

The photos include John Cena & WWE Diva Kelly Kelly walking to a meet and greet with Soldiers on Forward Operating Base Loyalty, a ceremony to promote Jared Taylor to his new sergeant rank, a few photos of superstars and divas in action, as well as photos that take a look at soliders during their day-to-day operations in Baghdad. (Note: These photos may contain spoilers for possible matches, outcomes, etc.)

Use the links below to navigate to these sneak preview and soldier photos from Tribute to the Troops in Iraq.

Various Tribute to the Troops Photos 1 - John Cena, Kelly Kelly at military events, ceremonies

Various Tribute to the Troops Photos 2 - Superstars & Divas in action during Tribute to Troops

Various Tribute to the Troops Photos 3 - photos of daily activities, troops from Iraq

Tribute to the Troops will air Saturday, December 20th, 2008 on NBC at 9PM EST.