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Morristown Marine transitions from protecting president to developing Afghans

Story by Master Sgt. Brenda Varnadore | Regional Command Southwest | Date: 10.31.2012

Joining the Marine Corps was an easy decision for one Morristown, Ind., native, especially with a guaranteed job to protect the president. Read More

173rd, ANSF enable security, demonstrate capability throughout Logar, Wardak Provinces

Story by Sgt. Michael Sword | 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs | Date: 10.26.2012

As American and coalition forces begin their drawdown in Afghanistan, they continue to support their Afghan partners. Read More

USACE delivers on garrison for Afghan National Security Forces in Herat

Courtesy Story | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Afghanistan Engineer District - South | Date: 10.13.2012

Nearly as vital as the mission to mentor Afghan National Security Forces so they can provide safety and security in their homeland, is the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' mission to build high-quality facilities... Read More

Solo patrols showing potential, increasing confidence of ANA

Story by Sgt. Michael Sword | 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs | Date: 10.09.2012

As task forces across Afghanistan continue to adjust to their role as trainers, mentors and enablers, the members of the Afghan National Security Forces are also learning to adjust. Read More

Marines overcome language barriers, teach ANA mortar systems

Story by Cpl. Timothy Lenzo | Regional Command Southwest | Date: 09.03.2012

Afghan National Army soldiers march in and form a semicircle around their Marine instructor. They pull out notepads and pencils and are already jotting down notes before the class even starts. Read More