Story by Sgt. Michele Hunt | 1st Marine Logistics Group | 05.12.2012
The calming shade of blue makes the water enticing under the intense Afghan sun, but the currents are relentless. When the Helmand River is too deep to ford while delivering supplies, the helicopter support team is called in....
Story by Sgt. Michele Hunt | 1st Marine Logistics Group | 05.03.2012
The day that Forward Operating Base Whitehouse, Afghanistan, came under attack started out like any other day.
Story by Sgt. Michele Hunt | 1st Marine Logistics Group | 05.01.2012
After a 12-hour foot patrol in the baking heat of the Afghan desert, a shower to wash away the grime and the grit could be the one oasis the Marines and sailors here look forward to upon completing their arduous task....
Story by Lance Cpl. Tyler Reiriz | 1st Marine Division | 04.27.2012
As Afghan forces take responsibility for more civil and security operations in Kajaki, Marines serving with Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, are staying connected with the local community....
Story by Lance Cpl. Tyler Reiriz | 1st Marine Division | 04.25.2012
When a big job calls for a big machine, the Marines call on the expertise of a heavy equipment operator to get the job done....
Story by Lance Cpl. Tyler Reiriz | 1st Marine Division | 04.25.2012
As coalition forces continue to transfer security responsibilities to Afghan National Army and police in Afghanistan, the Marines here continue to patrol to keep the people of Kajaki safe....
