June 7, 2012

ANA mentorship, it’s a win-win for all

FORWARD OPERATING BASE LINDSEY, Afghanistan — Finding time for one’s hobbies in a war zone is often a challenge. For Master Sgt. Derek Dotson and the 3-2 Stryker Brigade Combat Team Stability and Transition Team, when a hobby happens to align with Afghan National Army mentorship, it’s a win-win for all.

June 6, 2012

Afghan artillery fires first operational rounds in Paktika

PAKTIKA PROVINCE, Afghanistan (June 6, 2012) — Afghan National Army field artillery lit the night sky for the first time ever in eastern Paktika province last week, as a newly emplaced howitzer battery became tactically operational.

June 5, 2012

From partners to leaders: ANA take charge in Garmsir

GARMSIR DISTRICT, Afghanistan (June 5, 2012) — Marines in Garmsir are seen less frequently on patrols with the Afghan National Army as they take a step back as partners and the ANA become more independent.

June 4, 2012

Key Helmand members, ANA soldiers meet, discuss peace, reintegration program

SHORABACK, Afghanistan (June 4, 2012) — About 130 Afghan citizens and Afghan National Army soldiers gathered here, June 3, 2012, to participate in an Afghan Peace and Reintegration Program seminar to discuss program

June 4, 2012

Marine, Afghan operation against insurgents successful

DEH MUSHEK, Afghanistan (June 04, 2012) — Another door bursts open as an Afghan soldier slams his boot against its wooden frame. The familiar smell of animal manure burns his nostrils.

June 1, 2012

Medevac crew reacts to dangerous call

CAMP DWYER, Afghanistan (June 1, 2012) — In the midst of combat, acts of valor and bravery are performed so often they are sometimes overlooked. This was almost the case with the story of the Soldiers who rescued Marine Lance Cpl. Winder Perez.

May 31, 2012

Marine Engineers Transfer Authority in Afghanistan

CAMP LEATHERNECK, Afghanistan (May 31, 2012) — After a successful deployment providing general engineering support to both 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward) and 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward), 9th Engineer Support Battalion relinquished their responsibilities to 8th Engineer Support Battalion in a transfer of authority ceremony here, May 30.

May 30, 2012

ALP students graduate in Kunduz province

KUNDUZ PROVINCE, Afghanistan (May 30, 2012) — More than 100 men joined the ranks of the Kunduz province Afghan Local Police during a graduation ceremony in Nowabad village, May 26.

May 29, 2012

NATO Memorial Day Service

KANDAHAR AIRFIELD, Afghanistan (May 29, 2012) — More than 150 service members and wounded warriors attended the NATO Role 3 Multinational Medical Unit Memorial Day ceremony, May 28. The ceremony was dedicated in remembrance of those who’ve made the ultimate sacrifice in the call of duty.

May 29, 2012

South Carolina Army National Guard soldiers partner with Kuwaiti National Guard

KUWAIT CITY, Kuwait (May 29, 2012) — Partnership meant opposition for some United States Army National Guard and Kuwaiti National Guard troops during an exercise here recently.