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Greetings friends, familyand fellow Red Warriors. 1-12IN is now officially the Force
Protection Battalion, in supportof Train, Advise and AssistCommandSOUTH. We havemerged headquarters withNATO/Coalition Soldiers andmoved our location across thebase. Our final mission will beto set the footprint for our re-placements: 2ndBattalion, 327IN No Slack, 1/101 IBCT, FtCampbell, Kentucky. RC-Southis no longer. COMKAF (HQcommanded by an Air Force
Brigadier General) folded itscolors weeks ago. We are oneof the last few battalions left insouthern Afghanistan. MostSoldiers will soon begin the ex-citing and happy journey backhome to their loved ones at FortCarson Colorado 30 days and
a wake-up!
As part of the new Opera-tion Resolute Supportwhicheffectively replaces OperationEnduring Freedom here in Af-ghanistan, we inherited AssassinCompany, 4STB within ourranks. These Sappers are doingone heck of a job clearing routeswith Combined Arms Breach-Teams and Blood-hound Teamskeeping our Soldiers safe androutes open for coalition andANSF traffic. We were effec-tively 8 companies strong at onepoint, and now are down to 4
effective companies as we moveinto RIP/TOA with the NoSlack Battalion.
We were also able to con-duct our second NCO Induc-tion Ceremony, whereby weformalized and honored our
newest Sergeants into the Non-Commissioned Officer Corps.We did this in conjunction withthe 153rdBirthday Celebrationof the 12thInfantry Regiment:held here at KAF with a birth-day cake and an organizationalday for all the troopers. I thinkA/2-12 IN won most of theevents, but all had a great timeforgetting about their mission
(Continued on page 3)
The Final Mission
by LTC Dave Voorhies
We are one of the
last few battalions
left in southern
Afghanistan.
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THE RED WARRIOR PATH is published by 1st Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment (Light) for the families and friends of Red Warrior Soldiers. 1-12Infantry (L) is part of Task Force Mountain Warrior (4 IBCT, 4 ID). The task force is currently deployed to Afghanistan, Regional Command South, insupport of Operation Enduring Freedom. Contents of THE RED WARRIOR PATHare not necessarily the official view of, or endorsed by, the U.S.government or the Department of Defense. Please send all questions or comments about THE RED WARRIOR PATH to CH (CPT) Jeremie Vore [email protected].
ON THE COVERS: (FRONT) SPC Sweatt patrols in Kandahar Province near the village of Morgan Kechah. US Army photo by SSG Whitney C.Houston. (BACK) The Red Warrior Battalion Command Photo, commemorating 9 months of successful combat operations.
SGM Hernandez leads the newest Red Warrior NCOs in the recitation of the NCO Creed at a recent NCO Induction Ceremony.CSM Vimoto, the IJC Command Sergeant Major, traveled to KAF to speak at the ceremony.
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The Final Mission (continued)
I am so very
proud of our
Soldiers. They
have truly done
their full measure
of devotion to
their unit and their
country.
for a little while and remember-
ing our fallen comradesthroughout history.
All Soldiers are ready tocome home. Our companieshave been balancing missionwith physical readiness andmarksmanship training. We
(Continued from page 2) have fired Close QuartersMarksmanship ranges, AT-4missiles and all our mortar sys-
tems. Most have hit the gymshard, and are in, what I am toldis, cut phase of their muscularstrength development. Manyentertain thoughts of the Holi-days, block leave, and the up-coming Battalion Ball early nextyear. I do challenge them toremain focused on mission;however.
As we near the end of ourcampaign here in Kandahar, weare forcing our leaders and Sol-
diers to stay strong, stay vigilantand stay switched on. Withour top two priorities beingforce protection and advisingAfghans, we all know that com-placency and setting patternswill get us hurt. Leadership willmake the difference here. I amcounting on uncompromisingSquad Leaders and Platoon Ser-geants to keep our Soldiersstraight these last few days ofcombat. I have charged ourofficers to set the example andset the pace for the incomingteam to replace us. I am so veryproud of our Soldiers. Theyhave truly done their full meas-ure of devotion to their unit andtheir country. The results of ourefforts speak for themselves andwe have made this place moresecure and better than when wehad found it. In doing so, wehave protected the 20,000 soulsliving on KAF and have savedlives in the process.
Once again, I am so thank-ful to you all for your continuedlove, support and prayers. Wewill continue to attack until re-lieved. We are led by love ofcountry.
See you home soon.
LTC William D. Voorhies
RW6
Red Warrior 3 and Red Warrior 37 share a battle buddy moment while preparingfor the battalion photo.
Mountain Warrior 6 and Red Warrior 6 share a moment of conversation outside
the new Red Warrior Battalion Headquarters building.
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Alpha CompanyArrowhead, Better Every Day
by CPT David Michelson
Even though our
return home is just
over the horizon,
we havent lost
our focus, drive,
and dedication to
the Soldiers to our
left and right.
tion Ceremony. Sergeant ZaneBaker also reenlisted followingthe leaflet drop mission over
Red Warriors Area of Opera-tions. Staff Sergeant JamesWoodham and Sergeant ZaneBaker were awarded a BattalionCoin from the Battalion Com-mander for their outstandingleadership and performance on apatrol in late September.
2ndPlatoon, Baker
Over the past two monthsthe Misfit Platoon has continuedto excel . We had PFC JeffreyHurst qualify as the Top Shot
in the Company, PFC JoshuaErney took 3rd place in the Oc-tober Battalion Soldier of theMonth Board, SPC Eric Martinpassed the board to becomeeligible for promotion to Ser-geant, Emmanuel Calus waspromoted from Sergeant to StaffSergeant and awarded an ArmyCommendation medal for win-ning the Brigade Soldier of theQuarter Board, and lastly allSoldiers were awarded for their
exceptional devotion to dutyand meritorious achievements
(Continued on page 5)
Arrowhead Company isenjoying the last month of ourdeployment as temperatures
drop below 100 degrees to amuch more comfortable rangein the 70s during the day. Eventhough our return home is justover the horizon, we havent lostour focus, drive, and dedicationto the Soldiers to our left andright. Our Soldiers continue totrain hard having done a ma-chine gun range, battle drilltraining during the day time andat night, and a lot of PT. Asalways, we remain mission fo-
cused to be successful and to getbetter every day that we arehere. The support that the fami-lies have shown us is awesomewe cannot thank you enough foreverything that you do for ourSoldiers. We look forward tocoming home soon and buildingour company even further atFort Carsonplease enjoy notesfrom each of our platoons be-low.
CPT David MichelsonIN, Commanding
1st Platoon
1stPlatoon conducted anumber of training events this
month from a machine gunrange north of Kandahar Air-field to training and preparing
for Expert Infantrymen Badgetesting. We also conductedmore Physical Training and 1stSquad won a combined, timedruck march and marksmanshipcompetition earlier in themonth. We did a variety of op-erations this month from secur-ing advisors, conducting counterrocket patrols around the air-field, patrolling in the local vil-lages and also conducting a leaf-let drop from UH-60 Blackhawk
helicopters. The leaflet dropconsisted of dropping about20,000 leaflets over key villagesin the area to dissuade insur-gents from launching rockets atthe airfield. Lastly, several mem-bers of the platoon were recog-nized for their hard work thislast month. After studying reli-giously for the last month, Ser-geant Eric Green won the Octo-ber NCO of the Month boardfor the entire battalion. Ser-geant Pedrito Alipio and Ser-
geant Zane Baker were promot-ed to the rank of Sergeant thismonth during the NCO Induc-
Weapons Squad Leader SSG Camerano directs his twoM240 machine gunners, PFC Stone and PFC Maldonado, in
properly employing their weapons at a KAF range.
PFC Wright enjoys some Chai tea and Afghan snacks during
a Key Leader Engagement with an Afghan Uniform Police
commander in Shorundam.
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Arrowhead, Better Every Day (continued)
throughout our deployment to
Afghanistan. We could not bemore proud of the individualand team efforts that your lovedones have put forth and wecould not be happier with thesupport you have provided usalong the way.
As our operational require-ments dwindle down we havehad ample time to conductunique training opportunities,participate in fun runs, and pre-pare for our return trip home.
Over the past two months therehas been a fun run that takesplace every Friday. These runsincluded a 5K plate carrier run,the Army 10 mile shadow run, a4.4 mile memorial run, and a 5Kto celebrate National HispanicHeritage month. The guys had agreat time participating in theseevents and most earned shirtsfor their participation. This pastweek members of the MisfitPlatoon conducted classroomand practical application exercis-es on various equipment weutilize on a daily basis to betterprepare them for the Expert
(Continued from page 4)
We could not be
more proud of theindividual and
team efforts that
your loved ones
have put forth and
we could not be
happier with the
support you have
provided us along
the way.
SSG Woodham and SGT Green direct PFC Braddock on a machine gun range.
PFC Hurst is recognized as the Top Shot in Arrowhead Company after a marks-
manship competition.SGT Baker reenlists following an
aerial leaflet drop mission.
Team Leaders from 1st Platoon conduct a class on Battle Drill 6, Entering and
Clearing a Room, as a part of a company level training event.
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throughout the deployment. Forhis hard work, PFC Kinzel wasselected by his platoon leader-
ship and is currently studying torepresent the Company at theSoldier of the Month board.
SPC Denny is from ElkRiver, MN. He arrived to theunit in December 2012. He wasone of the first replacementsthat the platoon received aftercoming back from OEF XIV.Straight out of OSUT, heshowed the platoon that he wasphysically and mentally fit. Forhis hard work and sound perfor-
mance, he tested for and earnedthe position of Radio Transmis-sion Operator (RTO). As a newSoldier, he signed for thousandsof dollars of communicationequipment and successfullytransmitted messages while op-erating on mission. His poiseand calm demeanor greatly aidedin relaying information through-out the platoon when needed.For his hard work SPC Dennywas chosen by his platoon lead-ership to request an early pro-motion from Private First Classto Specialist.
Arrowhead, Better Every Day (continued)
Infantrymans Badge qualifica-tion which is due to take placein March of 2015.
While we are excited tohave the opportunity to conductunique training events, we lookforward to being re-united withyou all soon. We continue towork hard on a daily basis in aneffort to finish strong and gethome to you all safely. We thankyou for unconditional supportthat has been provided alongthe way and cant wait to seeyou all soon.
3rdPlatoonHooligans
3rdPLT was able to enjoycelebrating the Battalion Organ-ization Day where all membersof the platoon were able tocompete in basketball, football,and dodgeball against all theother Companies within ourbattalion. Additionally, aftertaking our physical fitness test,we were able to identify ourstrengths and weaknesses as aplatoon. Squads and teams workdiligently to ensure we meet our
personal and professional goalsoutside of work. Furthermore,a few games of platoon basket-
ball and football in our downtime have helped to keep moralehigh as we come closer to com-
ing home. This month, we havehighlighted two of our mostoutstanding Soldiers who workhard and set the example fortheir peers on and off mission.
PFC Jacob Kinzel, alsoknown as "3-7 Delta," is fromGrand Blanc, MI. He arrived tothe unit in September 2014,personally selected by the Pla-toon Sergeant. Since his arrival,he has shown nothing but tre-mendous work ethic and has
continued to set the standard forhis peers to follow. During ourdeployment PFC Kinzel hasbeen a dismount saw gunner, adriver, and acted as personalsecurity for senior Non-Commissioned Officers andsenior Officers. His willingnessto learn, eagerness to volunteerfor any extra duties the platoonmay have, and upbeat attitudemake him an irreplaceable assetsto the platoon. As we approachthe end of our deployment, PFCKinzel still shows the same workethic that he has displayed
SPC Denny takes notes while on a patrol in Kandahar Province.
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A few games of
platoon basketball
and football in our
down time have
helped keep
morale high as we
come closer to
coming home.
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The last month has beenvery busy for Assassin Companywith the company conducting
multiple operations supportingthe closure of the remainder ofthe outlying bases in RC-S.Additionally both platoons con-tinue to provide critical dailysupport to CTF RED WARRI-OR with route clearance assetsfor patrols around Kandahar AirField.
The Soldiers and NCOshave adapted extremely well tothe transition from working withthe 704th Brigade Support Bat-
talion to the 1-12 Infantry Bat-talion. In addition to CAB-Tmissions, our squads work di-rectly with infantry platoons,sharing their knowledge andexpertise in Counter ImprovisedExplosive Device tactics whilelearning about the Infantrystactics, techniques, and proce-dures. This unique pairing hasled to both the Engineer andInfantry Soldiers growing intheir capabilities, and has beenan outstanding success. In addi-tion to the work they have ac-complished, the entire company
participated in the 1-12 BN Or-ganizational Day, which consist-ed of several sporting events,
music, and food. It was a greatopportunity for the Soldiers torelax after 7 months in country,and refocus on finishing the lasttwo months strong before rede-ployment.
I would like to congratulateSGT(P) Boyd, who passed theStaff Sergeant board this monthand is now promotable. Addi-tionally, we promoted SPCBrown to Sergeant at the begin-ning of October! Excellent job
by these young NCOs, both area true assets to the Companyand I have no doubt they willcontinue their outstanding per-formance in the future.
As we enter October andour final full month in theater,your Soldiers will be busy settingthe conditions for our incomingreplacements in order to ensurethe transition is as seamless aspossible. HQ Platoon will packup and move the Company
Command Post for the thirdand final time. Both line pla-toons will continue with their
Alpha Company 4 STBA New Home
by CPT Anthony Huebner
This uniquepairing has led to
both Engineer and
Infantry Soldiers
growing in their
capabilities, and
has been an
outstanding
success.
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SGT Beebe launches a small unmanned aerial vehicle in support of a patrol. These flights allow continuous over watch of
Assassin operations on the ground.
daily operations in addition toconducting 100% inventories ofall our equipment as we prepareto sign over our theater equip-ment and send home our organ-ic equipment. As always, thankyou for your enduring support
back home.
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SGT Boyd & SSG Stevens observe their Soldiers during AT-4 training at a recent
range event.
An Assassin Light Clearance Team out on a mission in Kandahar Province.
From left to right: LT Gillett, PFC Williams, SPC Rodriguez, and SPC Jones prepareto shoot an AT-4 at a range executed with Dog Company/1-12 IN.
2nd Platoon conducts clearance operations adjacent to a canal in
Kandahar.
SGT Guzman teaches Soldiers at KAF the procedures for properlyutilizing Counter-IED equipment.
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2nd Platoon Soldiers infiltrate during a partnered air assault operation in southern Kandahar Province.
Beast 6 & SGT Rivas prepare to load a CH-47 helicopter as part of an airassault executed by 2nd Platoon.
1st Platoon Soldiers hone their basic Soldier skills at a range in KandaharProvince.
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Charlie CompanyAlmost There
by 1LT Eli Hunerdosse
Please continue to
keep all of
Comanche in your
thoughts and
prayers and
remain flexible
with our return
flights.
As missions begin to winddown, Comanches modus oper-ando of hard work continues to
shine through. The holiday sea-son is rapidly approaching andour thoughts often drift tomemories of home and spend-ing time with the ones we love.Some of the Company may havethe pleasure of being home forThanksgiving, however some ofthe company may miss it by onlya few days. Please continue tokeep all of Comanche in yourthoughts and prayers and remainflexible with our return flights.
Your Soldiers now more thanever need your help to keep
their minds in the game. We arenot fully complete on our mis-sion yet. This is a dangerous
time as we wind down opera-tions and Soldiers tend to losefocus. First and Second Pla-toons are continuing missionsoutside the wire while ThirdPlatoon has transitioned to help-ing with security on KandaharAirfield. Continue to supportyour heroes and help ensurethey do not become distractedas we finish up this deployment.Comanche will be home soon.
1LT Eli Hunerdosse3rd Platoon Leader
A Comanche Soldier pulls security during Operation Summer Moon.
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the family.
Please feel free to contactme directly at
[email protected]@afghan.swa.us.army.mil.
Led By Love of Country.
James R. LeeCPT, INCommanding
Delta CompanyMission Changes and Completion
by CPT James Lee
Dog Company is
exceptionally
honored by the
support we have
received from PFC
Williams entire
family.
Dog Company Families,
I hope you all are doingwell and looking forward to thearrival of your family membersnext month.
Over the last two months,Dog Company has had a num-ber of Soldiers recognized andpromoted. Most importantly,Dog Company has promotedfour Soldiers to the rank of Ser-geant since the last newsletter:Christian Allen, Austin Miller,Chance Hansen, and CharliedanBarrion. These individuals wereofficially welcomed into the
Non-Commissioned OfficerCorps by the ISAF Joint Com-mand (IJC) Command SergeantMajor, CSM Isaia Vimoto. OurCompany is exceptionally proudof these four new NCOs.
In addition to celebratingthe promotion of leaders withinthe Company, our Company was
also blessed with the receptionof more than 200 care packages.The packages were sent by Mrs.Debbie Tuttle, the mother ofPFC Williams. The Soldiers ofDog Company welcomed thejunk food, and sincerely appreci-ated the notes and the Americanflags painted on the inside of theboxes. Dog Company is excep-tionally honored by the supportwe have received from PFCWilliams entire family.
Finally, I would encourageyou and your children to attendthe Haunted COF at the 1-12BN area on Fort Carson on Oc-tober 30th. It is sure to be agreat time for all members of
PFC Fleming from 1st Platoon prepares to fire an AT-4 rocket launcher during a recent training range focused on antitank
weapons.
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3rd Platoon competes in the PT Competition during Dog Companys Org Day.
1st Platoon/Dog Company takes a moment for a picture after returning from their final patrol in AO Center.
PV2 Cavarria, PV2 Baum, & PV2 Fleming are promoted to PFC during a ceremony.
SGT Barham of 2nd Platoon provides over watch during apatrol.
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Echo CompanyEagles Fly Home Soon
by CPT Matt Howard
It has been a verybusy eight months
and I know all the
Soldiers of Eagle
Company are
ready to start the
trip home and
reunite with loved
ones.
SPC Schumacher diligently lays out the basic issue items that come with an
MRAP Recovery Vehicle for inspection.
to Gabbi Seibert and everyonethat has contributed to the FRGby supporting all the familiesand Soldiers deployed. EagleCompany will begin its journeyhome within the next monthand have the opportunity to
enjoy the holidays together. Welook forward to celebrating thistime and looking forward towhat the new year will bring.
Greetings friends and familyof Eagle Company,
The time is almost here! It
has been a very busy eightmonths and I know all the Sol-diers of Eagle Company areready to start the trip home andre-unite with loved ones. Ourtime in Kandahar is coming to aconclusion, and I cannot nameone person in the company thatis not ready.
Over the past eight monthsthe company has performed avariety of missions, many ofwhich were outside our expecta-
tion, but the dedication andleadership within the companyhas proven that Eagle Companycan and will accomplish anymission given. Distro Platoonhas concluded its mission asSECFOR and has begun turningin vehicles and prepping thecompany for re-deployment.Maintenance Platoon is in theprocess of transitioning its mis-sion over to the civilian contrac-tors on post. The Platoon willstill be responsible for recovery
operations throughout our re-maining time but the work loadhas decreased, allowing morepersonal time. HeadquartersPlatoon continues to movealong and administratively keepthe company operational. Ourfood service section flawlesslyexecuted the recent Battalionorganization day and providedan amazing grilled dinner foreveryone.
The last few weeks will befocused on turning equipmentin, transitioning maintenance,and preparing the incoming unitfor success. All are signs ofprogression and an end to ourcurrent deployment. The workof Eagle Company Soldiersthroughout the deployment hasbeen nothing short of amazing! Iam constantly impressed by thededication and teamworkamongst everyone and the ability
to work as a cohesive unit hasenabled the success of the workbeing completed.
Over the past two monthswe have had the opportunity topromote some well deservingSoldiers to the next rank. Con-gratulations once again to: SGTTova, SGT Kuluski, SGT Gal-lardo, SPC Williams, SPC Mac-Pherson, SPC Goodman, SPCFaison, SPC Schumacher.
We would also like to saycongratulations to the Halouch-its family in welcoming theirbaby girl, Nadya Marie.
In closing, on behalf ofeveryone, we would like thankall friends and family for thesupport and thoughts through-out the deployment. Thank you
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SSG Allen swears the Oath during his reenlistment ceremony.
Distro Platoon prepares a container for re-deployment.
SPC Emsley and SGT Tova prepare a fuel blivot in support of
an Assassin Company/STB CAB-T mission.CPT Howard and LT Ragland display a farewell gift given
to Assault Company from 2-12IN.
SPC West and SPC Cue enjoy the BN Org Day.
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SOON!
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As the days get shorter andthe temperatures drop, it canonly mean one thing for the
Soldiers of Hatchet Companyand the Red Warrior Battalion-redeployment back to Fort Car-son and family and friends. AsHatchet Company is excitedabout coming home, the Sol-diers still remained focused oncompleting the mission at hand.
The Red Warrior staff sec-tions are extremely busy duringthis season of transition as theyset the conditions for the in-coming Soldiers from 2-327IN
who start arriving in November.Simultaneously, the staff contin-ues to facilitate daily operationsfor the Red Warrior Battalion.Most recently, the battalionheadquarters moved to a newbuilding on Kandahar Airfield,made possible through the hardwork of the various staff sec-tions, especially the S6 Shop.
The Medical Platoon, led byits fearless leaders 2LT Biellerand SGT Lussier, recently man-
aged to give flu shots to all RedWarrior Soldiers; however, somesuspect it was actually the ebolashot, no official word has comeout yet. In all seriousness, themedics continue to provide ex-ceptional care for not only RedWarrior Soldiers, but the entire-ty of KAF as they continue towork in the Role 3 KAF Hospi-tal.
The PSD Platoon is split asthey now assume various roles
HHCOne More Day at a Time
by 1LT Tyler Cline
We will continue to
need that support as
we strive for the finish
line as we begin to
transition duties and
responsibilities to the
incoming unit as well
as continue to work
and partner with our
Afghan counterparts
to ensure the safety of
Americans and
Afghans alike.
on KAF. Some personnel serveas the protection detail for theDivision Headquarters, very
much an important, but thank-less job that they excel at. Someare still responsible for conduct-ing missions with Red Warrior6, while some have been suckedinto the vacuum of staff. Alt-hough separated from one an-other, they represent HatchetCompany and the Red WarriorBattalion with great distinction.
The Mortar Platoon, assome of you might alreadyknow, redeployed in September
back to Fort Carson. After somemuch deserved time off withfamily, they are back to workhelping the Rear Detachmentprepare for the rest of the bat-talions redeployment.
The Scout Platoon contin-ues their lifting program at Mus-tang Ramp as they strive to lookmore and more like ArnoldSchwarzenegger from his Pump-ing Iron days. When theyre notweight lifting, they manage to
squeeze in some time to dosome military training on theside. Just recently, all membersof the Scout Platoon qualifiedexpert on their M4 Carbine andM9 Pistol, a testament to theirdedication and hard work.
To the families and friendsof Hatchet Company and theRed Warrior Battalion, I cannotbegin to tell you how much yoursupport has meant these ninemonths. We will continue to
need that support as we strivefor the finish line as we begin totransition duties and responsi-
bilities to the incoming unit aswell as continue to work andpartner with our Afghan coun-terparts to ensure the safety ofAmericans and Afghans alike.
SPC Witzens, a valued member of the
S6 shop, basks in his selection as theStaff Hero of the Week for his hard
work and dedication.
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PFC Captain from the S6 shop tries to get answers from the S1 shop (SPC Dart, 2LT
Brauninger, and SPC Pryor).
MAJ Hallows mentors the S3 LTs, affectionately known as the Battalion Sweatshop.
Staff Feud, brought to you by your hosts: CH Vore & CPT Freakley.
TOC guys try to look busy...and succeed. From left to right:SGT Figueroa, PV2 Louviere, CPT Brown, SPC Daquep.
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