Tag Archives: ANA

U.S. Forces Train Afghanistan’s First Pathfinder Team

Posted on July 15, 2012 by jtozer

On a small base in Zobul Province, Afghanistan, U.S. Army Pathfinders instruct Afghan National Army soldiers in the techniques of their trade. Pathfinders are the boots-on-the-ground that allow aircraft to move supplies and provide combat support. After two weeks of …
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Overcoming Gender Obstacles

Posted on July 9, 2012 by jtozer

Lt. Cmdr. Matthew Pescador, officer in charge of training at Shindand Air Base, Afghanistan, congratulates nine Afghan Air Force students after passing the first milestone in their journey to becoming qualified pilots. Through the training, future Afghan pilots get the language …
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Aiding Those Who Give Aid

Posted on June 23, 2012 by jtozer

Afghan National Army health care officials are reaching out and learning valuable skills at Multinational Base Tarin Kot, Afghanistan. ANA soldiers working in the Garrison Support Unit at MNBTK are met bi-weekly by Australian Capt. Rob Russell who mentors them …
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Tea Time: ANA Soldiers Deliver Food To Those In Need

Posted on May 31, 2012 by jtozer

This officers and soldiers of the 3rd Brigade of the 215th Corps of the Afghan National Army (ANA) delivered food and cooking oils to the people of Gereshk. Under the direction of Colonel Moneer a convoy from Camp Shorabak shortly …
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Marines Support Afghan Led Operation

Posted on May 30, 2012 by jtozer

Afghan National Army soldiers and Marines with 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment cleared Trek Nawa, Afghanistan of insurgents, improvised explosive devices and weapons caches during Afghan led Operation High Noon 15. Produced by Sgt. Jimmy D. Shea Video by Cpl. …
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