CONTINGENCY OPERATING BASE ADDER, Iraq – As the United States Forces-Iraq continue to transfer their responsibilities and the possession of key bases to Iraqi security forces, the soldiers of Bravo Field Maintenance Company, 215th Brigade Support Battalion, 3rd Advise and Assist Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division were busy preparing to turn in equipment on Contingency Operating Base Adder, Iraq Oct. 28, 2011.
Every member of the company has been extremely busy, but they remain committed to the mission and the Security Agreement with Iraq.
The BFMC executive officer 1st Lt. Tiffany Bradley, a native of Columbus, Ga., is responsible for ensuring all the company’s property and equipment gets turned in on time or is shipped back to Fort Hood, Texas. Not only does she manage all of the documentation for the equipment, but she is also the tasking authority for the soldiers that are preparing the equipment for turn in or shipment.
“Managing the equipment is a tough job but I know I have the entire company supporting my efforts. The amount of work the soldiers have accomplished is amazing.” said Bradley.
One of the first areas to be closed was the Class I point where Staff Sgt. Valeria Gregg, a native of Columbia, S.C., has supplied food and ice for soldiers going out on combat missions for the past eight months. She has now switched her focus to helping other sections.
“Even though we had to close the area I was in charge of, I am happy that I get to assist other members of the company in closing down their areas of responsibility.” said Gregg.
The security platoons have shifted their focus from sustainment replenishment operations to recovery and helping with the equipment turn in process. They are still working hard and assisting other sections of BFMC when they get the opportunity.
“Both of the security platoons are ready to help out with the transition of COB Adder to the Iraqi security forces. They are also grateful for the possibility of getting to come home before February.” said 1st Lt. Justin Hackett, a native of Beloit, Kan.
The work ethic displayed by the soldiers of BFMC has not gone unnoticed and has been greatly appreciated during this pivotal point in Iraq’s future; they have truly lived up to their motto “No Task Too Tough”.
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11.07.2011 03:04 |
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