Story by Sgt. John Jackson | 1st Marine Logistics Group | 04.21.2012
Two years ago, then Gunnery Sgt. Kelly Minkler arrived in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, as an explosive ordnance disposal section leader with 1st EOD Company, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward). During that deployment, Minkler was in direct support of Weapons Co., 2nd Battalion, 6th Marines....
Story by Cpl. Johnny Merkley | I Marine Expeditionary Force | 02.09.2012
As Afghan National Security Forces in Nawa are beginning to take the lead in counterinsurgency operations across the district, many Marines find themselves doing less work in traditional occupational specialties and more work in an advisory role....
Story by Cpl. Johnny Merkley | I Marine Expeditionary Force | 02.04.2012
The newest batch of Afghan Local Police recruits from Nawa district began their formal training at the ALP academy conducted by Marines with 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment here, Feb. 4....
Story by Cpl. Johnny Merkley | I Marine Expeditionary Force | 01.31.2012
Afghan National Army soldiers with 1st Brigade, 215th Corps conducted a clearing operation here during Operation Tageer Shamal (Shifting Winds) Jan. 28-30....
Story by Cpl. Johnny Merkley | I Marine Expeditionary Force | 01.18.2012
Afghan National Army soldiers with 1st Brigade, 215th Corps conducted a clearing operation as part of the ongoing Operation Tageer Shamal (Shifting Winds) here Jan. 12-14....
Story by Cpl. Jeff Drew | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 08.31.2011
Before Afghan and coalition forces began security operations here last year, the insurgency cast an oppressive shadow over the city’s residents. Few local citizens stood up to the insurgents for fear of kidnapping or death. Times were dark, but one family decided enough was enough and stood up for what was right, knowing full well the risks....
Courtesy Story | I Marine Expeditionary Force | 11.24.2010
More than 100 village elders gathered with coalition force representatives at the Marjah District Center, Nov. 24, for a regional stability shura.
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Story by Pfc. Andrew Johnston | I Marine Expeditionary Force | 09.27.2010
A mile-long convoy of armored, mine-resistant vehicles stretched down a barren desert pathway, moving hastily toward a busy bazaar. Above, helicopter rotors chopped through the air. A voice came over the radio: “Everyone, close-in!”...
