Scott Kesterson: January 2007 Archives

Synopsis: A great deal of effort in Afghanistan goes to what the military terms "non-kinetic" operations. These involve rebuilding and assistance projects that work to establish a stronger infrastructure while fostering strong relationships with the residents in the local communitie...

>> Continue reading: Video: Australian, American and Afghan Army Reconstruction Project

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Synopsis: The Australians have a small but effective presence here in Afghanistan. Of all of the NATO/ ISAF partners, the Australians are one of only two countries that have proven capable and willing to work as equal partners with the United States; Canada being the second. It is interesting to note...

>> Continue reading: Video: Australian Army Reconstruction Task Force

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Synopsis: The Embedded Training Teams (ETTs) are all Army National Guard soldiers represented by over 40 states in the United States. Their mission is to train and mentor the Afghan National Army so that they can eventually become an independent military force. Not all mentoring is ab...

>> Continue reading: Video: The Embedded Tactical Trainer (ETT)

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Synopsis: Embedded Training Teams in the remote fire bases have to rely on skill sets that are not part of Army training in order to keep operations going. This is an area where the National Guard soldier excels, bringing a life experience from the civilian wor...

>> Continue reading: Video: Daily Life - Repairing the Washer

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Synopsis: The job of the embedded trainer is tough. Not only are these soldiers tasked with the training and mentoring the Afghan Army, but they also perform these duties without much of the support that is available to larger units on larger bases. Running wat...

>> Continue reading: Video: Daily Life - Filling the Shower Tank

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Synopsis: Ritual and ceremony are a important part of military culture, even in a combat zone. Some of these traditions are shared here with the promotion of "Doc" Smith, from Captain to Major. Prior to this promotion ceremony, Major Smith participated in Operation Medusa. For his efforts to save t...

>> Continue reading: Video: Promotion - Doc Smith

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Synopsis: As we enter into the new year, videojournalist Scott Kesterson, offers a glimpse into Afghan culture and some thoughts on the soldiers deployed as part of Operation Enduring Freedom, Afghanistan.

For Video: >> Continue reading: Video: Scott Kesterson - Images and Thoughts

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