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Recent Image Galleries

Just Another Air Cav Day - (08-28-2008)
A typical view from the hangar - crew chiefs from 1st "Attack" Battalion, 227th Aviation Regiment... (7 images)
Grounded No More: Apache Crew Ch... - (09-02-2008)
Although the AH-64D Apache helicopter’s engines are loud as it comes in to land, onlookers could ... (4 images)
Ground Commander Flies - (08-19-2008)
Chief Warrant Officer 5 Michael Reese (right), the brigade standardization instructor pilot for t... (3 images)
The Many Ways Beat Texas Heat - (08-19-2008)
If a lake is too big and scary, use a shallow mud-hole to keep cool during the scorching summer h... (6 images)
Ground Commander Flies - (08-12-2008)
Chief Warrant Officer 5 Michael Reese (right), the brigade standardization instructor pilot for t... (3 images)


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News Stories

Grounded no more: Apache crew chiefs fly
When CH-47F Chinook or UH-60 Black Hawk crew chiefs finish their pre-flight checks, they jump aboard and fly off with the pilots.

(08/26/08)

1st Air Cav receives new heavy-lift helos
From the outside the CH-47F Chinooks don’t look much different from their predecessors aside from the new paint job, but making that observation is like judging a book by its cover.

(08/7/08)

Sergeant Major of the Army visits Fort Hood, 1st Cav. Div. Soldiers
The Army’s senior-most non-commissioned officer recently took the opportunity to meet with 1st Cavalry Division Soldiers.
(08/4/08)

‘Save A Life Tour’ brings drunk driving message to First Team troopers
Drinking and driving kills, but it can be prevented
(07/27/08)

Bring family to work – watch stuff explode
It’s been a week and half of grueling, hot days in the field.
(07/16/08)



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Newest Video

Col. Shanahan

Talks to KWTX / KBTX reporters in Waco, Texas, about how he and his troops are preparing to come home, accomplishments of his brigade during this deployment an changes in Iraqi security during their deployment.

Recent Video

1st Air Cavalry Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division
B-roll of Soldiers conducting an air assault night mission. Scenes include the crew chief on the ramp, service members boarding the Chinook, the Chinook flying over Baghdad and landing and Soldiers loading and unloading supplies. (11/16/07)

Soldiers Honor Fellow Comrade
B-roll of 1st Air Cavalry Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division Soliders honoring a fellow comrade. Scenes include unit personnel standing in front of a room and fellow Soldiers sitting in attendance. (11/16/07)

Col. Shanahan
Talks to KWTX reporters in Waco, Texas, about why troops are returning home at different times, troop morale and keeping troops focused on the mission as they get close to returning home. (11/6/07)

Army 10 Miler Footage
B-roll of Soldiers, Airmen, Marines and civilian contractors participating in the annual Army 10 Miler in Camp Taji, Iraq. Scenes including Soldiers signing in, issuing of the official t-shirts, Soldiers stretching and warming up, Soldiers running, getting water and finishing the race. Produced by Cpl. Nathan Hoskins. (10/7/07)

Command Sgt. Maj. Vela
Talks to a KWTX/KBTX reporter in Waco, Texas, about troop morale among U.S. Soldiers under his command, returning home to Texas, missions they have accomplished, the “Battle Bears” program connecting Soldiers and children in American hospitals, and sends thanks to his supporters at home. (10/2/07)



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Recent Audio

Col. Shanahan
Talks to WTCM-FM reporters in Traverse City, Mich., about his responsibilities in Iraq, the progress he has seen since beginning this tour, Iraqi citizens becoming involved in their own security, civilians being able to lead a more normal life, the effect of negative political commentary on the morale of the troops, the support the troops receive from home and supporting families at home who have Soldiers serving downrange and being able to keep in touch with family.

Col. Shanahan
Talks to a WTCM-AM reporter in Traverse City, Mich., about what his duties are in Iraq, effects of the troop surge to progress in Iraq, troop morale after the tour extensions, the ability of Iraqi forces to take control of their security, the risks taken by Iraqis who join their military and security forces, what the Soldiers miss from home and his opinion on bringing troops home.

Spc. Corley
Talks to a KJCS reporter in Lufkin, Texas about his duties, the importance of the U.S. involvement in the War on Terror and how the media portrays the events going on in Iraq.

Cpt. Flagg
Talks to a Killeen Daily Herald reporter in Killeen, Texas, about his duties as a flight surgeon, his challenges in Iraq, the different health care providers he works with, his educational background and future career plans.

Cpt. Flagg
Talks to a WACO reporter in Waco, Texas, about his family military history, how the troops are doing, how the Iraqis feel about the presence of Americans, and the importance of care packages.



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