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In The Fight

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A monthly half hour show that offers an incomparable and rare insight of life on the frontlines reported directly by U.S. military service members deployed around the globe.
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Episodes

In The Fight: Episode 46

On this episode, Coalition Forces strive to help Afghans help themselves, Third Army continues their mission in sustaining the fight, Marines deliver humanitarian aid to those affected by the floods in Pakistan, the rebuilt and new trained Iraqi Air Force reaches another milestone, and a U.S. Soldier takes a new approach with building relationships in Afghanistan. Presented in anamorphic 16:9 format.

Apr 21, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 47

On this episode, Marines gain ground in the Sangin Valley of Afghanistan, NATO forces bring peace to the Helmand province alongside their Afghan counterparts, the 1st Armored Division heads home after a year in Iraq, Marines and Sailors establish relationships in the Nimruz province, and a wounded warrior program aims to get injured Soldiers back to their brothers in arms. Presented in anamorphic 16:9 format.

Apr 21, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 48

On this episode, the lower house of Parliament in Afghanistan is sworn in, an explosive find equals a major setback for insurgents, an afghan citizen breaks the language barrier for U.S. Forces, the mission changes for a National Guard unit in Kabul, and service members become American citizens. Presented in anamorphic 16:9 format.

Apr 21, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 49

On this episode, the Air Force launches search and rescue efforts in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake in Japan, we get a rare glimpse into a typical day for the Commander of ISAF and U.S. Forces Afghanistan, with the ongoing crisis in Libya, Airmen carry out humanitarian missions along the Tunisia/Libya border, Marine help the Afghan government bring development projects to the Helmand Province, and a Soldier uses his talents to honor those service members that have fallen.

Apr 21, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 50

On this episode, Marines launch Operation Rawhide II in an effort to stop illegal activity on the Afghan-Pakistan border, as the government grows and operations against the Taliban continue, the city of Marjah looks to have a bright future, a USAID team completes its search and rescue mission in Japan, two Airmen who participated in Operation Odyssey Dawn receive a heroes welcome, and Afghan communities come together to save the life of one little girl. Presented in anamorphic 16:9 format.

Apr 20, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 51

On this episode, service members react to the news of Osama Bin Laden's death, NATO forces continue their enforcement of U.N. resolutions during Operation Unified Protector, flood-stricken towns seek help from the military, National Guardsmen help communities pick up the pieces in the tornado-ravaged South, and service members join together in a show of support for a brave little girl. Presented in anamorphic 16:9 aspect ratio.

Apr 20, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 52

On this episode, we get an inside look at the poppy trade in Afghanistan, a provincial reconstruction team works to bring the government and its people closer together, Gen. Petraeus visits the Afghan-Pakistan border to see the advances in security, U.S. and Moroccan forces further their relationship during African Lion 2011, and two service members find out how small of a world it truly is. Presented in anamorphic 16:9 aspect ratio.

Apr 20, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 53

On this episode, the new Secretary of Defense, Leon Panetta, meets with Marines in Afghanistan, we meet the new Chief of Police in Kandahar, Marines train Afghan security forces in Lashkar Gah, a National Guardsman presses on despite losing his home, and military doctors care for a special patient. Presented in anamorphic 16:9 format.

Apr 20, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 54

On this episode, the U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan meets with Soldiers in Kandahar, Colorado Airmen help deliver an important artifact that reminds us to never forget, Soldiers compare the Iraq of the past to the Iraq of today, Afghan security forces prosper in Laghman Province, and a Marine recieves the highest military decoration. Presented in anamorphic 16:9 format.

Apr 20, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 55

On this episode, with the revolution winding down, the people of Libya face a brighter future, the National Guard provides aid to those whose lives were devastated by Hurricane Irene, Soldiers prepare for imminent attacks on their outpost, Operation Continuing Promise brings help and hope to the people of Haiti, and a Soldier looks to prove herself, despite the odds. Presented in anamorphic 16:9 format.

Apr 19, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 56

On this episode, we meet Soldiers living with the daily threat of rocket attacks on the Afghan-Pakistan border, U.S. forces consult the Iraqi military as they continue to draw down in Iraq, Afghan security forces take part in a rigorous four month long training program, Marines begin using alternative energy to power the battlefield, and a service member takes it upon himself to help a child. Presented in anamorphic 16:9 format.

Apr 19, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 57

On this episode, Marines launch an assault against the Taliban during Operation Eastern Storm, Lt. Gen. Caldwell looks back at the transformation of the Afghan security forces, with Gadhafi overthrown the people of Libya begin a new life, the Army Corps of Engineers helps the people of Minot, N.D., pick up the pieces, and service members begin the process of leaving Iraq after eight years. Presented in anamorphic 16:9 format.

Apr 19, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 58

On this episode, we get a first person perspective of combat on the frontlines in Afghanistan, Third Army/USARCENT facilitates the largest logistical movement since World War II, Afghan forces take charge of security in the city of Mazar, Marines light the way for troops on the ground in Kandahar, and a young woman gets to live her dream of being a Soldier. Presented in anamorphic 16:9 format.

Apr 19, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 59

On this episode, a personal security detachment team transports high level personnel throughout Afghanistan, Afghan forces prepare for a transition of authority on the Afghan/Pakistan border, troops continue to help improve the lives of Afghan families, Airmen deliver more than just supplies to troops outside the wire, and sports returns to Libya in time for the 2012 Olympic Games. Present in high definition.

Apr 19, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 60

On this episode, U.S. and Afghan Forces work with the people of Kandahar to make their villages safe, a worldwide charity takes a novel approach to unearthing mines throughout Afghanistan, a routine foot patrol uncovers an astonishing find, U.S. and European forces partner in one of the largest amphibious exercises in over a decade, and an Olympic hopeful races for his country.

Apr 19, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 61

On this episode, Coalition Forces disrupt insurgent activity in Southern Afghanistan, the 170th Infantry Brigade becomes an advisory force, Afghans take the lead in eradicating the drug trade, we seen how Army flight medics save military and civilian lives, and a famous B-17 gets a second life.

Apr 18, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 62

On this episode, Soldiers provide on-the-job training to Afghan forces, military leaders meet to discuss the Army of 2012, an iconic vehicle heads home marking the end of an era, we profile an Afghan army general, and we see what one Marine overcame to compete in the Warrior Games.

Apr 18, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 63

On this episode, Soldiers get water flowing again in Afghanistan's critical green zones, an Afghan crisis response unit leads a night mission against the Taliban, Marines train the Uganda People's Defense Force to combat the al-Qaida linked group al-Shabaab, a special Coast Guard team hunts for threats in the Atlantic, and a Marine welcomes a new beginning. Available in high definition.

Apr 18, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 64

On this episode, we see what it takes to execute a combat operation in Afghanistan, Soldiers are put through their paces to become members of the Afghan Special Forces, nineteen countries prepare for a multi-national exercise known as Eager Lion, progressive steps are being taken to change discrimination in Afghanistan, and an Afghan athlete prepares for the summer Olympics. Presented in anamorphic 16:9 aspect ratio.

Apr 18, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 65

On this episode, Afghan forces take the lead in Operation Southern Strike II, Coalition forces relinquish their bases as they draw down throughout Afghanistan, U.S. and Afghan Soldiers pave the way to a bright future, Soldiers travel seventy-five miles in seven days to deliver aid, and we revisit a battle between U.S. forces and the Taliban.

Apr 18, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 66

On this episode, a lieutenant leads his men through Southern Afghanistan one last time, military forces from nine different countries come together for RIMPAC 2012, the International Maritime Bureau looks at ways to make the seas safer for seafarers, we learn a little known fact about an iconic spy plane, and we find out what it takes to become one of the best junior officers in the U.S. Army.

Apr 17, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 67

On this episode, Marines battle insurgents during Operation Helmand Viper, we take a look back at the rise of green on blue attacks in Afghanistan, advances in new technology are helping train Sailors in a more realistic setting, doctors study service members to learn more about traumatic brain injuries, and service members find assistance in transitioning to the civilian work force.

Apr 17, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 68

On this episode, service members head home after their final deployment to Afghanistan, a new Afghan organization looks to rid corruption from within its ranks, we meet a team tasked with responding to crises at American embassies, a group of combat engineers find themselves between a rock and a hard place, and an annual event aims to assist local veterans in need.

Apr 17, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 69

On this episode, we follow the military as they help those hardest hit by Hurricane Sandy, we take a tour of one of Afghanistan's fastest growing cities, special training keeps Marines and Sailors safe from hidden dangers, we go behind the scenes with an aircraft that has been in production for over fifty years, and a Marine takes care of Marines.

Apr 17, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 70

On this episode, diplomats and village elders come together to discuss peace, we gain some insight as to how Afghans view their future, a U.S. sniper passes along his skills to Afghan soldiers, Army engineers keep Northern and Southern Afghanistan connected, and one man's junk is another man's treasure. Available in high definition.

Apr 17, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 71

On this episode, we look back at what 2012 meant for Afghanistan, wounded combat veterans leave Afghanistan on their own terms, a reconstruction team keeps Highway 1 open, we get a look at the people tasked with keeping the capital of Afghanistan safe, and we meet one very fortunate couple. Available in high definition.

Apr 17, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 72

On this episode, the Afghan military takes control of the Coalition Forces' oldest base, we see how there are some things that technology just cannot replace, an Air National Guard unit quietly passes a significant milestone, we look at the sacrifices that have been make in Afghanistan, and we see what it's like to be the wife of a deployed service member.

Apr 16, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 73

On this episode, NATO pledges its resolute support to training and advising Afghan troops beyond 2014, Combat Search and Rescue Airmen in Japan hone their skills for deployment downrange, Airmen and Marines develop leadership bonds by training side by side, we learn about a type of therapy used to detect and treat traumatic brain injuries, and we see the toll that Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder can take on returning veterans.

Apr 16, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 74

On this episode, Coalition and Afghan forces fight the information war with the Taliban, Soldiers returning from Afghanistan are reunited with their families, a special program builds long term relationships and trust with the Afghan population, Marines learn the art of water survival, and a Soldiers battling PTSD finds peace through an unusual hobby. Available in high definition.

Apr 16, 202329 min

In The Fight: Episode 75

On this episode, we get a behind the scenes look at how the U.S. military is taking on the daunting task of moving equipment and supplies out of Afghanistan, U.S. and Afghan forces continue to battle the Taliban on the front lines, Soldiers help locals battle disease throughout Uganda, service members from all branches of the military compete in the Warrior Games, and an Airman talks about his inspiration for joining the Air Force. Available in high definition.

Apr 16, 202329 min
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