FORWARD OPERATING BASE GARRYOWEN, Iraq — The Iraqi army is better enabling its Soldiers to conduct full-spectrum operations through training conducted with the Soldiers of Company D, 4th Battalion, 6th Infantry Regiment at Forward Operating Base Garryowen near Amarah, Iraq.
"Our training is preparing the Iraqi army to be able to sustain their own country more efficiently," said Spc. Keith Thompson, infantryman with 2nd Platoon, Co. D and resident of Carney's Point, N.J.
The company focuses training of the 38th and 40th IA Brigades on three areas with the goal of a proficient IA that continues to maintain peace within Iraq and deters threats from neighboring countries.
Most activity is centered on teaching the IA to gather intelligence, plan missions, and basic standards and discipline. Through repetition and leader development, the IA requires less assistance from U.S. Soldiers.
"With the assistance of an eight-man transition team, the Iraqi army's 10th and 14th Divisions have a form of standardized basic training at the Tallil Regional Training Center at Camp Ur," said Maj. Ryan Foxworth, operations advisor with the 10th Iraqi Army Military Transition Team.
Currently, the Iraqi army lacks non-commissioned officer leadership academies. Co. D is helping the IA establish training courses so their future leaders are better prepared for situations they may face.
"Our platoon is trying to help the unit put standards in place so their future Soldiers will be properly trained and prepared for battle situations," said Pfc. Matthew Sheldon, infantryman from Erie, Pa.
Co. D has seen a change in the operations here in Iraq. They have gone from combat operations to an advise-and-assist role. While the current mission differs from the recent past, it is no less important.
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