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Coalition forces conduct combat operations
An Afghan National Army commando from 5th Special Operations Kandak leads his platoon through a village replica made of rocks, halal meals and tape prior to a village clearing operation in Archi district, Kunduz province, Sept. 8. The commandos are currently partnered with coalition forces conducting combat operations to disrupt insurgent safe havens and promote security in the area. |
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Arghandab ALP commanders increase leadership training09/10/2012
Story by Staff Sgt. Nicole Howell
ARGHANDAB DISTRICT, Afghanistan-- Arghandab district Afghan Local Police had 13 checkpoint commanders from the west side of the Arghandab River Valley gather in Sakari Bagh village to attend a four-day commander’s course, Sept. 3.
Coalition forces provided instruction on tactics, logistics, communication, administration, accountability, and professionalism over four days to ease the transition from patrolman to leader.
“The reason we hold this class for commanders is because all commanders, from the west and east, need to operate in the same manner for efficiency,” said the special forces team member.
While this class was not mandatory, commanders made time to attend.
“In this class I have learned leadership, discipline, how to keep the people under control [in crisis situations], and how to respect other people,” said Noor Ullah, an ALP checkpoint commander.
During these classes, instructors reinforce the basics of leadership while incorporating new ideas and strategies that could make a normal day easier.
“We have given them 12 standard operating procedures for use before, during and after a patrol that will really help them,” said the SF team member. “They know how to get the job done, but they have not been relied upon to lead men. These SOPs are to help them and their guys.”
Nine ALP commanders from the east side of the river valley attended this same course less than a week before. Now, commanders from both sides of the valley have the same fundamentals in leadership and guidelines to assist them along the way. |
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Recent Video ALP Conference
ALP conference with Afghan national security force commander's planning the future in Paktika province. Soundbites from Mohibullah Samin, Dawlat Khan. Produced by Sgt. 1st Class Faith Kawgdoo.
Taken: 06.25.2012
 Chak D.C. Bazaar
As Taliban insurgents continue to threaten the peace and security of Afghanistan, local villagers are standing up for their families and their livelihood. Soundbite from Mohammad Dad Khaksar
Taken: 08.01.2012
 Commandos Take Flight
Members of the 3rd Company, 1st Commando Special Operations Kandak, take charge clearing insurgent safe havens and increase their wingspan in the fight against the Taliban. Army Sgt. Jenie Fisher explains the milestone mission in Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan. Once the Commandos secured the area, local villagers and leaders came together to discuss, in their native language and to their fellow countrymen, the future of their community. Soundbites include LTC. William Linn - Special Operations Task Force - East Commander; Special Operations Detachment Commander, Commando Advisor. Produced by MC3. Joshua J. Davies - Video and Photos and Sgt. Jenie Fisher - Reporting.
Taken: 08.04.2012
 Afghan Local Police Increase Education
The Afghan Local Police in Sarkani District, Afghanistan expand their skill sets beyond securing their village. SSG. Nicole Howell explains how the Sarkani Afghan Local Police are being read into a new kind of training. Produced by SSG. Nicole Howell.
Taken: 07.18.2012
 Arghandab ALP Graduation
As coalition forces pepare to move out of Afghanistan, they do so with confidence in Afghan forces and their ability to protect themselves from insurgents. Amry Sgt. Jenie Fisher takes us to the Arghandab district center in Kandahar, Afghanistan where a celebratory end marks the beginning of a journey to amore safe and secure community
Taken: 05.26.2012
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