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[4] Returning Warrior Workshop in San Diego
 More than 75 Marines and Sailors who recently returned from an overseas deployment attended a 2-day transition workshop at the Westin Hotel in San Diego, Feb. 26-28.
(03/3/10)
[6] U.S. and Coalition forces mentor Afghan National Army in dismount patrol
 Canadian forces 3rd KANDAK 1/205 Corps and the U.S. Army Charlie Company 2508 Task Force Furry, worked together mentoring the 3-1/205 Afghan national army for a successful execution of Operation Mesmar, Feb. 5, Southern Afghanistan.
(02/5/10)
[4] MOBCOM Shreds Record Books, Goes Digital
More than 60,000 service record books have been scanned and digitally archived creating a new, more efficient way of storing vital records at the Marine Corps' Mobilization Command in Kansas City, Mo.
(02/4/10)
[4] Marine Families Invited to I.R.R. Muster Screening in Phoenix, Ariz.
 More than 500 Marines and their family members attended a muster screening in Phoenix, Ariz., Jan. 23. Mobilization Command, based in Kansas City, Mo., is stepping up their efforts to reach out to Marines who have recently left active duty. This was the first muster screening where spouses and family members were invited.
(01/23/10)
[6] South N.J. community shares holiday spirit with deploying service members
 Airmen, Soldiers and Sailors took a break from the combat training field at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., Nov. 26, to indulge in a Thanksgiving Day feast with supporters of the military from the local community.
(11/26/09)
[5] Missouri National Guard Counterdrug Task Force sponsors substance abuse prevention course
Before teachers can teach, someone has to teach them. That is the premise of a 40-hour drug, alcohol and tobacco abuse prevention course offered by the Missouri National Guard Counterdrug Task Force. About 20 representatives of various state and local agencies recently took the Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist Training Course at Jefferson Barracks.
(11/5/09)
[5] Ten Missouri Guardsmen graduate from warrant officer candidate school
Ten Missouri Army National Guardsmen from six different branches recently graduated from the Warrant Officer Candidate School at Fort McClellan, Ala.
(11/3/09)
[2] Coalition partners participate in friendship jump over Egypt
 Egyptians, Kuwaitis, Germans, Pakistanis and American forces participated in a coalition friendship jump during Operation Bright Star 2009.
(10/20/09)
[5] Missouri brothers reunite during deployment to Afghanistan
A forward operating base in Afghanistan recently played host to the reunion of two Maries County brothers
(10/20/09)
[5] Missouri National Guard's 7th Civil Support Team trains with civilian authorities
The Missouri National Guard's 7th Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team recently joined with local civilian authorities as part of an exercise at a home just south of Columbia.
(10/20/09)
[2] 82nd Airborne Division helps train troops coalition forces in Egypt
 From vast fields to jungles and now modern city landscapes the face of the modern battlefield has changed and will continue to change in the future.
(10/15/09)
[2] Bright Star 2009 participants conduct Amphibious Operations Exercise
 Since 1981 U.S. Central Command and the Egyptian military have partnered in an ongoing multi-nation training exercise. The exercise is designed to strengthen military to military relationships and improve readiness between Egyptian, U.S. and other countries with an interest in the region. Airborne operations and an amphibious landing exercise kicked off the first day of events for Operation Bright Star 2009.
(10/15/09)
[5] Missouri National Guard Infantry Trains on Combined Arms Simulation
Leading troops and making critical decisions are key to a unit's success on the battlefield. Members of the 1st Battalion, 138th Infantry Regiment developed these skills when they participated in a simulated battle at the Battle Command Training Center at Fort Leavenworth.
(10/7/09)
[5] New direction forged at Missouri National Guard's 2009 Commander's Conference
Some 300 unit, battalion and company commanders attended this year's Missouri National Guard commander's conference at the Hilton Convention Center in Branson. A flurry of presentations, as well as a real-time Twitter feed, went on throughout the two-day event, where topics included detailed policies and procedures and broader goals for the Missouri Air and Army National Guard.
(10/5/09)
[5] Veterans raise concerns in Missouri Veterans Commission's Listening Post in St. Joseph, Mo.
More than 150 veterans and family members exchanged issues and concerns at a Listening Post put on by the Missouri Veterans Commission at the Missouri National Guard Armory in St. Joseph.
(10/2/09)
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[2] 06.01.2009
Vice President Visits KFOR; U.S. and German soldiers share marksmanship qualification to earn badges; Camp Bondsteel Soldiers work with the Kosovo Police to host a youth camp for children all across Kosovo; Medical Aviation Soldiers train German soldiers on the use of MEDEVAC assets; See the origins of the MNTF-E and take a look back at the accomplishments acheived in Kosovo in the past deca...
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[2] 04.21.2009
Be happy, Greeks bearing gifts Task Force Hellas delivers humanitarian aid to Kosovar families in need; Bad Things Can Come in Small Packages; Sealing the deal on cavities - KFOR helps local dentists brush up on their skills; Top JAG Visits KFOR 11 Legal T...
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[2] 03.01.2009
Everything You Do Is A Message; Continue to Enforce the Standards; VETCAP; MEDCAP; Transfer of Authority; Hohenfels: A look back; CNGB and CAR visit Kosovo; Country Star: American Idol singer performs for the troops; Battling the Winter Blues; Casing and Unfurling Guid...
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[2] 11.01.2008
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[2] 10.01.2008
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[2] 09.01.2008
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 [2] 135th Military History Detachment Ceremony
B-roll of a deployment ceremony held for the 135th Military History Detachment. Produced by Sgt. Joshua Breig. For more see "135th Military History Detachment Ceremony" located in package section (03/15/10)
 [2] 135th Military History Detachment Ceremony - Package
Package made from "135th Military History Detachment Ceremony" b-roll about the 135th Military History Detachment being deployed to Afghanistan. Produced by Sgt. Joshua Breig. (03/12/10)
 [5] The Bloodhound Gang - Package
Package made from the B-Roll "The Bloodhound Gang" about the 1141st "Bloodhounds" from Kansas City who are searching for and destroying Improvised Explosive Devices. Produced by 1st Lt. Seth Liff. Afghanistan (03/11/10)
 [5] The Silver Fox
Package about the 1141st Bloodhounds using The Silver Fox, a newer, stealthier unmanned aerial vehicle, to conduct route clearance. Produced by 1st Lt. Seth Iliff, 203rd Engineering Battalion Public Affairs Office, Missouri National Guard. (03/11/10)
 [4] IRR Marines: Training Opportunities
Commercial informing Marine Individual Ready Reserve members about how to learn about training opportunities available to them. Training Opportunities - Marines in the IRR are eligible for training year-round. You complete your annual training requirements while in the IRR. Contact Mobilization Command to schedule your training at 800-255-5082. (03/9/10)
 [4] IRR Marines: Retire From the IRR
Commercial informing Marine Individual Ready Reserve members about how to learn about retirement options available to them. Retire From the IRR - You can retire from the IRR if you complete the annual requirements. You could be eligible for similar benefits as active duty servicemembers. Find out more at MOBCOM, 800-255-5082. (03/9/10)
 [4] IRR Marines: Muster Screening
Commercial informing Marine Individual Ready Reserve members about how to learn about benefits available to them. Muster Screening - Mobilization Command and Veteran's Affairs partners are teaming up throughout the year to host muster screenings in cities across the country. Get news and information about your benefits at the next event. Contact MOBCOM for dates and locations, 800-255-5082. (03/9/10)
 [5] Training the Afghan National Army
B-roll of the 203rd Battalion tasked with training a company of the Afghan National Army in Sharana, Afghanistan. Produced by Lt. Seth Lliff. Also available in high definition. (03/9/10)
 [5] The Bloodhound Gang
B-roll of Soldiers inspecting suspected improvised explosive locations in Afghanistan. Scenes include service members searching a road, military vehicles being used to move items off the road and an IED being detonated in a field. Produced by 1st Lt. Seth Illiff. Also available in high definition (03/9/10)
 [5] The Silver Fox
B-roll of the 1141st conducting route clearance with the help of a newer, stealthier UAV. Scenes include the route with vehicles, helicopters in the air, sound bites and a unmanned aerial vehicle with a camera on board. Produced by 1st Lt. Seth Iliff. Also available in high definition. (03/8/10)
 [4] RWW San Diego
More than 75 Marines and Sailors attended the Returning Warrior Workshop at the Westin Hotel in San Diego, Calif., Feb. 26-28, 2010. Troops and their family members attended a two-day transition workshop and were honored at the evening's banquet. Report by U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Amy Forsythe, MOBCOM Public Affairs. (03/5/10)
 [4] I.R.R. Marines' Official Facebook Fan Page
Promotional spot encouraging individual ready reserve Marines to join the I.R.R. Marines' Official Facebook Fan Page at www.facebook.com/MarinesIRR. (03/5/10)
 [4] Deployment Opportunities
Promotional spot about Marines finding deployment opportunities on the MOBCOM web page under "IRR Jobs." (03/5/10)
 [4] ** Pulled Per SSG Forsythe** MOBCOM Commander Thank You
Col. Patrick McCarthy, Commander of Mobilization Command, sends a "Thank You" shout-out to Marines and their families for answering the nation's call to service. (03/5/10)
 [5] Local Woman Volunteers at Museum of Military History
Package about a woman who provides valuable assistance in maintaining th Museum of Military History at Ike Skelton Training Site, Jefferson Missouri. Produced by Sarah Lupescu. (02/25/10)
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[1] Iron Horse Report 26 Oct 2006
This edition features a story on generators that are being distributed to local schools to help with electrical shortages. The generators were purchased by coalition forces to assist in the local economy. Soldiers also continuing efforts to rid roads of IED's. Also, a large money donation from the 4th Brigade Infrastructure Element helps to buy equipment needed to rebuild the infrastructure of Iraq. Produced by Sgt. Frank Merola.
[1] Iron Horse Report 18 Oct 2006
This edition features stories about a new water treatment facility outside Sadr City, Task Force Thunder patrols the streets of Taji and EOD security. Produced by Army Sgt. Frank Merola.
[1] Col. Vail WRCG
Talks to a WRCG Radio reporter in Columbus, Ga. about the work his unit is doing in Baghdad to secure the area.
[1] Col. Vail WLAC
Talks to a WLAC Radio reporter in Columbus, Ga. about how the day in the life of a Soldier is always changing so as not to show a pattern to the insurgents.
[1] Iron Horse Report 18 July 2006
This edition features stories about the Sergeant Major of the Army Kenneth O. Preston visiting troops, field artillery and combat medics. Produced by Army Sgt. Frank Merola.
[1] Iron Horse Report 11 Apr 2006
This edition features stories about a new power sub-station in Najaf, an Iraqi Army blood drive and a new medical clinic opening on Camp Taji. Produced by Sgt. Frank Merola.
[1] Iron Horse Report 4 Apr 2006
This edition features stories about Iraqi Army assumption of more control over Iraq, the grand opening of a new schoo in southern Baghdad and Mongo a bomb-sniffing working dog. Produced by Sgt. Frank Merola.
[1] Iron Horse Report 22 Mar 2006
Audio package featuring stories about Soldiers helping Iraqi Police re-building an IP station, Iraqi Army gets help from Coalition forces to develop engineer corps, Iraqi security forces train on a new armored personnel carrier from Poland and an Army civil affairs unit repairs desks for students at an elementary school. Produced by Sgt. Frank Merola.
[1] Iron Horse Report 9 Jan 2006
This edition of the Ironhorse Report features stories about the transfer of authority between 3rd Infantry Division and 4th Infantry Division and the Iraqi Army celebrating their 85th birthday. Produced by Sgt. Frank Merola.
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