Forward surgical teams, or F-S-T's, are not your ordinary clinic with doctors only treating common colds or an ankle sprain. They are combat surgeons, nurses and technicians, trained and prepared to handle life threatening combat related injuries. Tech. Sgt. Robert Hempel takes us to Pol-E Khumari, Afghanistan.
Vice President Joe Biden arrived at Bagram Air Field, Afghanistan, January 11th. Air Force Staff Sgt. James Zanetti explains how this visit was deigned to assess progress and reinforce the U.S. commitment in the country. There are sound bites from CW3 Chris Cummings, 101st Airborne Division and Army Sgt. Mildred Batiste, 131 Transportation Company. Produced by Staff Sgt. James Zannetti.
This edition features a stories on how U.S. and Coalition Forces detained several Taliban leaders in Paktiya Province. Also, nobody likes to get left in the dark. Lance Cpl. Clayton Rogers takes us to Khost Province where PRT Engineers and city officials are trying to bring forth a brighter future. Sound bites include Lt. Cmdr. Robert Zhang - PRT Head Engineer. Hosted by Staff Sgt. George Maddon.
This edition features a story on how womens rights throughout Afghanistan have been an ongoing struggle. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jessica King tells us how women in Farah Province are helping to educate the locals on their rights as women in Afghanistan. Sound bites include Capt. Candace Park - Farah Female Engagement Team Leader and Lailuma Sadiqi - Farah Province's Director of Womens Affairs. Produced by Staff Sgt. Jessica King. Hosted by Lance Cpl. Benjamin Harris.
Clean, drinkable water is an important resource to sustain life. Tech. Sgt. Robert Hempel takes us to Panjshir, Afghanistan where two men have a vision to harness nature for this natural resource. Hosted by Lance Cpl. Benjamin Harris. Includes sound bites from Maj. Robert Paul, Veteriniarian for Cooperative Medical Assistance, and Najibullah Amin, CEO, Panjshir Mineral Water.
This edition features a story on how the struggle of everyday life can be hard at times, especially when safety is an issue. Air Force Staff Sgt. George Maddon takes us to Chamkani, Afgahnistan where contractors are building safeguards, one stone at a time. Sound bites include Capt. Christopher Gideon, RSC - East Senior ANP Engineer, Hometown: Stillwell, Okla. and Sgt. 1st Class Steven Merrill, RSC - East ANP Engineer NCOIC, Hometown: Lincoln, Neb. Produced by Staff Sgt. George Maddon. Hosted by...
This edition features a story on how the Nuristan Provincial Reconstruction Team is improving paths and safety in Kautiak village. Lance Cpl. Benjamin Harris tells us how. Also, Senior Airman Tarelle Walker tells us about a recent visit U.S. Senators made to Kabul, Afghanistan. Sound bite includes Senator Lindsey Graham – Republican, South Carolina. Produced by Lance Cpl. Benjamin Harris and Senior Airman Tarelle Walker.
This edition features a story how Afghanistan is taking control of its infrastructure, Lance Cpl. Benjamin Harris explains how the country plans to deal with Afghans who are a threat to National Security. Sound bite includes Vice Adm. Robert Harward, Commander, Combined Joint Interagency, Task Force 435 (CJIATF 435), Hometown: Coronado, Calif., and Pvt. Haseeb, Military Policeman, Battalion 1, Afghan National Army. Produced by Lance Cpl. Benjamin Harris.
Training never stops, even on a deployment. Lance Cpl. Benjamin Harris shows us how a group of medics keep their skills sharp while preparing for the worst. Includes sound bites from Pfc. Thomas Osienger, 101st Sustainment Brigade, and 1st Lt. Mya Morrison, Medical Operations Officer, 101st Sustainment Brigade.
Even though they're deployed to Afghanistan, service members at Bagram Air Field are doing their best to make a little girl smile back in the states. Lance Cpl. Benjamin Harris explains. Includes sound bites from Capt. Christopher Gideon, Neveah's father, RSC-East ANP Construction Engineer OIC, and Sgt. 1st Class Steven Merrill, RSC-East ANP Engineer NCOIC, Hosted by Staff Sgt. James Zannetti
This edition features a story how Coalition Forces and Afghan Forces captured a Taliban Facilitator in Nangarhar Province. Also, rebuilding efforts in Afghanistan only work if the Afghan people get the real story of what is happening. Lance Cpl. Benjamin Harris explains how Afghan media is working with Coalition Forces to report the truth. Sound bite includes Lt. Col. Patrick Seiber, Public Affairs Director, Combined Joint Task Force 101 (CJTF 101), Hometown: Amarillo, Texas. Produced by Lance C...
This edition features a story how a group of Afghan students graduated from an English class in Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan this month. Army Sgt. Ginifer Spada tells us how us Soldiers attended the ceremony and brought some donations for the school with them. Sound bites include Noor Mohammad Mufa, School Headmaster and Capt. Paul Sipe, Alpha Company Commander, 1STB, 1BCT, 101 ABN, Hometown: Clarksville, Tenn. Hosted by Lance Cpl. Clayton Rogers.
This edition features a story on how the Afghan National Army and Afghan National Security Forces along with U.S. Coalition Forces spent four days at an Observation Point in Logar Province, Afghanistan. Lance Cpl. Clayton Rogers report from inside one of the local villages where the Troops met with its key leaders. Sound bite includes 1st Lt. Jonathan Damalougiei, Street Level Engager. Produced by Lance Cpl. Clayton Rogers and Hosted by Staff Sgt. George Maddon.
U.S. and coalition forces are doing all they can to win the hearts and minds in Afghanistan. That means combating negative information that's fed to the Afghan public. Air Force Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato tells us what one unit is doing to change the way Afghans see U.S. and coalition forces with a snap of a photo. Includes sound bites from Staff Sgt. Christopher Hummel, 17th Public Affairs Assistance Team, Photojournalist Instructor. Hosted by Lance Cpl. Clayton Rogers.
U.S. forces have reduced the number of fatalities on the battlefield by providing advanced medical care for the wounded, Air Force Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato tells us what one unit is doing to help Afghan forces do the same. Includes sound bites from Sgt. Sara Block, 2-44 Air Defense Artillery Medical Instructor, and Afghan National Army Sgt. Mohsin Jafari, Medical Instructor.
This edition features a story on how in Afghanistan, when the frigid air sets in, a lot of the Insurgent attacks cool down as well. Lance Cpl. Clayton Rogers takes us to the Pull-Lee-Alam District in Logar Province where Coalition Forces took advantage of the situation. Sound bites include Spc. Tyrik Holmes – Supply Specialist, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division. ANA Col. Sanam Guhul – Commander, 4th Brigade, 203rd Corps. Produced by Lance Cpl. Benjamin Harris. Hosted by Lance Cpl. ...
This edition features a story on how the Silver Star is the third highest medal awarded to any U.S. Service Member who shows valor in the face of the enemy. Tech Sgt. Robert Hempel takes us to Forward Operating Base Kunduz, Afghanistan, where one Soldier received the prestigious award. Sound bites include Sgt. Daniel Stein – Squad Leader, 1st Battalion , 87th Infantry Regiment and 1st Lt. David Provencher – Silver Star recipient, 1st Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment. Produced by Tech Sgt. Rober...
This edition features a story on how for U.S. and Coalition Forces to go home, Afghan Forces must be ready for anything. Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato tells us what one unit is doing to prepare Afghan National Army members for military life. Sound bites include Pfc. Frederick Brown – Military Advisor, 1-17 Headquarters Service Battery Field Artillery, Capt. Phil Durkin – Military Advisor, 1-17 Headquarters Service Battery Field Artillery, Hometown: Sparta, N.J. and Lt. Col. Nagibullah Khan – Afghan ...
Vehicle Rollovers have claimed many lives at home and in convoys... Even with experienced drivers, most Afghans don't even own cars... But if you're in the Afghan National Army, you may be requires to travel in convoys. Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato tells us what one unit is doing to prepare Afghan forces for a bumpy ride. Includes sound bites from Spc. James Seely, 1-17th Field Artillery Regiment, Spokane, Wash., Spc. Dennis Padgett, Sheffield Village, Ohio, Spc. Darryl Edwards, Atlanta, Ga., Sgt. ...
U.S. Forces have been working to rebuild Afghanistan with the help of local contractors. Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato tells us what one Provincial Reconstruction Team is doing to correct construction issues. Includes sound bites from Capt. Phillip Hinson, Provincial Reconstruction Team, Paktiya province, Project Inspector. Hosted by Lance Cpl. Clayton Rogers
Military members deploy when needed, but some members volunteer to stay deployed. Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato tells us why one Soldier volunteered to be deployed for three years. Includes sound bite from Spc. Peter Latourette, HHB 101 Airborne Division. Hosted by Lance Cpl. Clayton Rogers.
This edition features stories on coalition soldiers providing aid to thousands of flood victims in the Shindand District of Herat province and a group from Laghman province performing store-to-store diplomacy. Provincial reconstruction teams are working hard to help promote development and stability in Afghanistan by making sure Afghans know their government is working for them. Hosted by Spc. Adam Dineen. Includes soundbites from Maj. John Scharrett – PRT Laghman Civil Affairs officer in charge...
This edition features a story on how helicopters are an essential part to the U.S. Mission in Afghanistan. Spc. Adam Dineen takes us to one unit who helps keep these birds flying. Sound bites include Spc. Justin Cook – Team Leader, 277th Aviation Support Battalion, Hometown: Oshkosh, Wis., and Spc. Ricardo Gutierrez De Pineres – 277th Aviation Support Battalion, Hometown: Miami, Fla. Produced by Spc. Adam Dineen. Hosted by Staff Sgt. George Maddon.
Securing Afghanistan's future means coalition forces have to train and develop Afghan forces. Master Sgt. Samantha Lowe visited a regional training center in Laghman province where coalition mentors have turned over the majority of operations to Afghan cadre. Includes sound bites from 1st Lt. Will Andrews, Methar Lam Regional Training Center OIC, and Cpl Emmanuel Ramos, Methar Lam Regional Training Center Mentor.
Coalition forces work hard everyday to ensure the stability of the Afghan people and government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. Staff Sgt. James Zannetti takes us to Kunar province where the Provincial Reconstruction Team provides this stability through bridge projects. Includes sound bites from Lt. David Pfaefflin, Junior Engineer, Kunar, PRT, Kunar province, Afghanistan
This edition features a story on agricultural development, necessary to the prosperity of Afghanistan, doesn’t always consist of soil, seed and dirty hands. Air force Master Sgt. Samantha Lowe met up with the Kansas Agribusiness Development Team as they got down to the business side of farming. Sound bite includes Master Sgt. Jorge Jacobs, Agriculture NCOIC and Lt. Col. Eric Blankenship, Agriculture OIC. Produced by Master Sgt. Samantha Lowe. Hosted by Lance Cpl. Clayton Rogers.
Army Sergeant Majors strive to do their best to provide Soldiers with what they need to complete the mission. Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato tells us what a group of Sergeant Majors are doing to make a difference. Includes sound bites from Command Sgt. Maj. Scott Schroeder, Combined Joint Task Force 101, Command Sgt. Maj., Staff Sgt. Mary Crawford, Bravo Company, 436, 1st Brigade, 101st Airborne Division, Air Assault.
This edition features a story on how Coalition Forces drive the roads in Afghanistan every day working to provide security and safety for the Afghan people. Staff Sgt. James Zannetti takes us to Kunar Province, Afghanistan where route clearance vehicle maintenance is vital to mission success. Sound bite includes Spc. Burke Wayment, Vehicle Mechanic, Route Clearance Patrol 46. Produced by Staff Sgt. James Zannetti. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Jessica King.
This edition features a story on a African American History Month celebration at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan. Hosted by Petty Officer Santos Huante, Produced by Spc. Adam Dineen. Soundbites from Col. Charles Hamilton, Mr. Leonard Haines.
This edition features a story on how weeks from graduation, ANA recruits participate in Tactical Vehicle and Urban Terrain training at Camp Zafar in Herat Province, Afghanistan. Petty Officer 1st Class John Pearl shows us how U.S. Mentors are helping the Afghan Trainers prepare these recruits for military life. Sound bite includes Sgt. Jason Epstein, Mentor, NATO Training Mission, Hometown: Austin, Texas. Produced by Petty Officer 1st Class John Pearl. Hosted by Petty Officer 2nd Class Santos Hu...
