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Train Advise Assist Command – East (TAAC – East) was a multinational military formation , part of NATO 's Resolute Support Mission within Afghanistan . Until 2014 it was designated Regional Command East, part of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF). The United States Army provided the force headquarters. The command headquarters was located in Laghman Province .

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65-444: TAAC-East included the provinces of Kapisa, Kunar, Laghman, Nangarhar, Nuristan, Panjshayr and Parwan. It shared a portion of the border with Pakistan. Prior to 2014, the formation was known as Regional Command – East (RC–East). In June 2003, 25th Infantry Division (Light) Division Artillery deployed to Afghanistan to fulfill a unique mission. Division Artillery headquarters would serve as the headquarters of Regional Command East, which

130-401: A combat aviation brigade, on Polish Brigade, a Maneuver Enhancement Brigade, a Military Police Brigade, an Engineer Brigade Headquarters, 12 Provincial Reconstruction Team 's, and six Agriculture Development Teams operating in an area of 31,000 square miles, of which over 90% is not accessible by vehicle. CJTF-82 partnered with NATO and ISAF from over 30 countries, fielding forces that implement

195-553: A cost of just over $ 90 million using Commander's Emergency Response Program (CERP) funds. Major Units Involved: Command and Control 82nd Airborne Division From February 2007 to February 2008, CJJTF-82, in conjunction with the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, join, interagency, and multinational partners, conducted full spectrum operations to disrupt insurgent forces in the combined joint operations area, develop Afghanistan national security capability and supports

260-498: A result, they are expected to focus more on tactics such as the use of improvised explosive devices (IEDs), according to sources such as NATO's top commander James L. Jones and Canadian defence minister Gordon O'Connor . Jones also linked the large-scale production of opium to increased insurgent violence. The Canadian forces began reconstruction efforts after major combat operations of Operation Medusa had ceased. However, they still encountered fierce fighting. Canadian Forces began

325-531: A security element for later peace talks. The 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment was also assigned to 3rd Brigade at the same time, but did not deploy during the First Gulf War. Philippine–American War Medal of Honor recipients include: World War II Medal of Honor recipients include: Korean War Medal of Honor recipients include: Vietnam War Medal of Honor recipients include: The 27th Infantry Regiment currently consists of two battalions ;

390-539: A third of the world's opium crop. The British said they considered the assault a success as they had cleared out areas near the "D.C.," a tiny strip of road and ruined buildings on the eastern side of the Helmand River, but without more Afghan troops to hold the ground there was little hope of doing much more. On 19 December 2006, a NATO air strike targeted a car in a deserted area of Helmand province, killed Mullah Akhtar Mohammad Osmani along with two other men. He

455-499: Is worn, one on each shoulder with the motto toward the shoulder seam and the head of the wolfhound facing forward. Both battalions of the 27th Infantry have entered the 71st year of the regiment's relationship with the children and staff of the Holy Family Home Orphanage, Osaka, Japan. During Christmas 1949, Wolfhounds visited the orphanage to deliver gifts and hold a Christmas party for the children. Recognizing

520-611: The 2005 Afghan parliamentary election . Major units involved: Command and Control 10th Mountain Division From February 2006 to February 2007, CJTF-76 continued security and stabilization operations in Afghanistan to support development of representative Afghanistan government. Major Combat Operations In April 2006, CJTF-76 launched Operation Mountain Lion , a search and secure operation performed by

585-464: The 2009 Afghan presidential election . In the largest transformational initiative in the history of OEF, CJTF-101 planned, coordinated, and initiated support preparations for the introduction of over 21,000 US Troops into Regional Command South . Simultaneously, the CJTF-101 staff planned, coordinated, and executed the transfer of U.S. National Command, National Support, and Title X responsibilities to

650-770: The 25th Infantry Division for more than 8 decades. It served in the Philippine–American War , in the Siberian Intervention after World War I, and as part of the 25th Infantry Division ("Tropic Lightning") during World War II, the Korean War , the Vietnam War , and later, the Iraq War. Currently two active battalions of the regiment, the 1st and 2nd, as part of the 25th Infantry Division are stationed at Schofield Barracks , Hawaii. More recently

715-1405: The Attack of Pearl Harbor and Guadalcanal during the Battle of Mount Austen, the Galloping Horse, and the Sea Horse as a member of the 27th Infantry Regiment. The movie Three Stripes in the Sun (1955) is based on the New Yorker magazine article "The Gentle Wolfhound" by Ely Jacques Kahn, Jr. The movie " Lord of War " has a scene where a fascist soldier depicts the 27th Infantry Regiment crest on his beret while talking to Yuri Orlov. [REDACTED]  This article incorporates public domain material from 27th Infantry Lineage and Honors . United States Army Center of Military History . Operation Mountain Fury Timeline Major operations Airstrikes Major insurgent attacks 2002 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Massacres Other Operation Mountain Fury

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780-694: The Hawaiian Division . It served in the Hawaiian Division for over twenty years until it was relieved on 26 August 1941, and assigned to the 25th Infantry Division . Stationed in Hawaii , they were some of first to fire back at attacking Japanese war planes during Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor . The film and book by James Jones From Here to Eternity was based on some of the Wolfhound regimental life. After seeing extensive action in

845-614: The Helmand Province . Operation Maiwand (see Human Terrain System ) brought coalitions forces with the 203rd Corps (Afghanistan) to perform Counter-insurgency operations in Ghazni province. Operation Deh Yak focused efforts in Ghazni towards the refurbishment of local schools, medical supply support and several other civic actions. During Operation Kyber, Task Force Fury (1st Battalion, 508th Prachute Infantry Regiment) fell under

910-570: The Pacific theater during World War II , especially on the island of Guadalcanal during the Battle of Mount Austen, the Galloping Horse, and the Sea Horse , it fought in the last days of the New Georgia Campaign on the right flank on the advance on Munda, Solomon Islands , later during the Battle of Luzon and the ensuing occupation of Japan , the 27th Infantry Regiment earned the nickname "Gentle Wolfhounds" for their support of

975-769: The Vietnam War in January 1966. During their five-year stay in Vietnam, the unit earned two valorous unit citations, and proved to be one of the last 25th Infantry Division units to return home. The regiment participated in Operation Junction City and fought during the Tet Offensive and the May Offensive . The regiment finally returned to Hawaii in April, 1971. On 10 June 1987, the 2nd Battalion

1040-588: The regiment deployed to Afghanistan for the second time, following two deployments to Iraq. The regimental march is the Wolfhound March . Prior to its establishment in 1901, the Wolfhound Regiment was preceded by two US Army 27th Infantry Regiments: The 27th Infantry Regiment was established by act of Congress on 2 February 1901. James M. J. Sanno was assigned to command in August, and

1105-586: The 'hands-on' actions to develop a stable and secure environment for ordinary Afghan citizens to prosper economically and improve quality of life. Major Units Involved: Command and Control 101st Airborne Division From June 2010 to May 2011, CJTF-101, in support of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (GIRoA), NATO, ISAF, and other joint interagency, and multinational organizations, conduction population-centric, comprehensive counterinsurgency operations focused on key terrain to neutralize

1170-410: The 1/27 and 2/27. While some might believe that there are actually two separate distinctive unit insignia (DUI) , one for the 1st Battalion wolfhound unit crest which has the wolfhound facing to the left and 2nd Battalion wolfhound crest has the wolfhound facing to the right on the crest, the wolfhound crests are issued in pairs. While in a Class A uniform a coordinated pair of the two different crests

1235-671: The 27th Infantry served in the American Expeditionary Force sent to Siberia in 1918. The troops embarked on the Army transports Crook , Merritt and Warren departing Manila on 7 August 1918 and arriving in Vladivostok on 15 and 16 August. This campaign has become an integral part of the regiment's history. The tenacious pursuit tactics of the regiment won the respect of the Bolsheviks , who gave them

1300-482: The 6th Marines. The area of operations included Bamyan, Parwan, Kapisa, Nuristan, Kunar, Laghman, Kabul, Wardak, Logar, Nangarhar, and Ghazni Provinces. The 25th Infantry Division Artillery headquarters, commanded by Col. Gary H. Cheek, took over RC East in June 2004. The Command was previously responsible for Provincial Reconstruction Team operations and security in and around Asadabad , and Bamyan Province , handled by

1365-512: The 7th Infantry Division. The 2nd Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, was again activated on 31 August 1995, and this unit again carries its thirty battle streamers and twelve-unit citations on its colors. The motto "Nec Aspera Terrent" translates to "Frightened by no Difficulties," more literally "Not even difficulties frighten [us, them]": nec = nor, not even; aspera (nominative neuter plural noun) = rough things, adversities, difficulties; terrent (3rd person plural present tense verb) = "they (=

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1430-582: The ANSF planned and let many missions and took the security lead April 1, 2012. This set conditions for almost half the districts in RC-East to be in transition. Major Units Involved: Command and Control 1st Infantry Division (United States) From April 2012 to May 2013, in direct support of GIRoA, the 1st Infantry Division and CJTF-1 forces conducted full-spectrum Counter-Insurgency Operations, later transitioning to Advise and Assist Operations, to develop

1495-544: The ANSF, closed, or transferred to ANSF, 60 FOBs, reduced Coalition Forces from 28,500 to 21,800, and initiated a retrograde effort supporting the transition of full security to the ANSF and the Afghan people. 27th Infantry Regiment (United States) The 27th Infantry Regiment , nicknamed the "Wolfhounds", is an infantry regiment of the United States Army established in 1901, traditionally aligned with

1560-843: The Afghan National Army and 10th Mountain Division in Marawara District of Kunar Province , Afghanistan. During Operation Mountain Lamb , the 10th Mountain Division Civil Affairs operation, assisted humanitarian and educational efforts throughout Afghanistan. Operation Mountain Thrust was a major operation directed against Taliban insurgents in eastern and southeastern Afghanistan from May to August 2006. In September 2006, Afghan and Coalition forces began

1625-493: The Afghan national capabilities, and increase stability and security. Together, the Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF) and Coalition Forces achieved unprecedented success as they worked to secure the population, expand and exercise governance, and develop a sustainable economy. The ANSF increased capability to a record level, defeating terrorist and insurgents while building a capable government of

1690-781: The Afghan people. Major Combat Operations During OEF XIII, CJTF-1 and the ANSF, expanded the security in Regional Command East through joint cooperation, continually expanding infrastructure, developing transportation and economic corridors through freedom of movement, and expanding the development and capabilities of the Afghan National Army, Afghan Local Police, Afghan National Police, Afghan Uniform Police, and Afghan Border Police. Significant contributions from Female Engagement Teams , Security Force Advise and Assist Teams, and Provincial Reconstruction Teams greatly enhanced local Afghan communities through joint cooperation with GIRoA. CJTF-1, while continuing to advise and assist

1755-628: The Afghan people. CJTF-1 total more than 30,000 personnel with an operational area of 124,675 square kilometers. Major Combat Operations During OEF XII, CJTF-1 expanded and retained security in Regional Command East through its continual support in the development and growth of the ANSF from local villages to the Provincial level and by neutralizing and degrading the insurgent networks along major transportation and economic corridors and at key border crossings. CJTF-1 and its Coalition partners provided freedom of movement to key road networks, protected

1820-657: The Afghan-Pakistani border. Further, CJTF-101 worked with the Afghan National Army, the Afghan National Police, and other Afghan Security Forces to enhance the safety and security in and around Kabul. The task forced helped GIRoA set the conditions for successful 2010 Afghan parliamentary election , even while assisting its Pakistan neighbors with the disastrous 2010 Pakistan floods . Midway through its campaign, CJTF-101 welcomed an additional brigade into its ranks. This increased combat power and enabled

1885-495: The British finally withdrew after a 10-hour battle. The Taliban, who say they have the expertise to defeat the strongest army, had dug sophisticated networks of trenches often leading from compound to compound. The assault was the latest in a series of battles by British forces around the bridgehead and the short road at the north end of the valley, criss-crossed by networks of ancient canals that make Helmand fertile enough to produce

1950-580: The Canadians gained control of several key villages and towns that were former Taliban havens, such as Howz-E Madad. During the first week of the operation, massive Canadian artillery barrages and tank attacks were used in a successful attempt to clear pockets of Taliban resistance. Meanwhile, the Americans began their combat operations against the Taliban forces that were entrenched in the mountains on

2015-410: The Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (GIRoA), joint, interagency, and multinational partners, to conduct counter-insurgency (COIN) operations from April to October 2009, in order to improve GIRoA's capacity to provide security, exercise good governance, develop a sustainable licit economy, and improve the quality of life for the Afghan people. Major Combat Operations CJTF-82's mission

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2080-462: The Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (GIRoA), the 101st Airborne Division, North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), International Security Assistance Force (ISAF), Interagency Partners, and CJTF-101/Regional Command East Forces conducted full-spectrum Counter-Insurgency (COIN) operations to develop Afghan National capabilities. In joint cooperation, these Coalition Forces achieved unprecedented success as they worked together to secure

2145-653: The Holy Family Home orphanage. Occupation duties were cut short in July 1950, when the 27th Infantry Regiment departed for Pusan , South Korea , to assist in holding the Pusan perimeter at the onset of the Korean War . The unit saw heavy action throughout the war, where they were considered the "fire brigade" for the 25th Infantry Division – in essence, making first combat contact with enemy forces. They saw significant fighting at Sandbag Castle. Colonel George B. Sloan,

2210-944: The New Zealand Provincial Reconstruction Team. The Polish Provincial Reconstruction Team was responsible for operations and security in and around Ghazni Province . RC East was in August 2013 the host of the Parwan Provincial Reconstruction Team headed by South Korea). From April 2004 to March 2005, Combined Joint Task Force 76 continued combat and stabilization operations in Afghanistan. CJTF-76 continued Operation Mountain Storm, started in OEF IV. The 25th Infantry Division initiated Operation Lightning Resolve , executed between July and October 2004 to focus upon facilitating and precluding insurgent interference with,

2275-549: The Polish Battle Group assumption of battle control of Task Force White Eagle and the introduction of the US 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division as Task Force Spartan. A singularly significant operation with long-term strategic implications saw Joint, Coalition, and Alliance Forces join to provide effective, comprehensive security across Afghanistan, ensuring successful voter registration to set conditions for

2340-474: The beginning of December. On December 5, 2006, the British Royal Marines attacked a Taliban-held valley in southern Afghanistan near Garmsir but withdrew after a ferocious Taliban counterattack that withstood air strikes and artillery fire. Scores of soldiers moved across a bridge over the Helmand River under a full moon shortly before daybreak and began sweeping south through wheatfields in

2405-469: The border with Pakistan in the east in the provinces of Paktika, Khost, Ghazni, Paktia, Logar and Nuristan . The 10th Mountain Division led the charge establishing many remote outposts in regions that were previously Taliban dominated. These outposts came under continued attacks as did the American combat patrols which resulted in almost 150 casualties inflicted on the Americans in two and a half months by

2470-707: The citizenry (Security), exercise capable governance (Governance), and develop a sustainable economy (Development), while defeating terrorists and insurgents, in order to extend (GIRoA) authority and influence as the legitimate government of the Afghan people. Major Combat Operations Joint, Coalition, and Alliance Forces made significant advances on numerous fronts to include historic trilateral cooperation between US, Pakistan , and Afghan Forces that enabled significant operations focused upon border development. COIN capabilities in RC-E were enhanced through an increase in Forces with

2535-469: The commander of the 27th Infantry Regiment offered David Hackworth command of a new volunteer raider unit; Hackworth created the 27th Wolfhound Raiders and led them from August to November 1951. The 27th earned ten campaign streamers and three Presidential Unit Citations . Upon conclusion of hostilities in Korea, the unit returned to Schofield Barracks . The 2nd Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, entered

2600-606: The construction of a road, code-named "Summit", from the Panjwaii area to outlying areas including Kandahar city and came under continued Taliban attacks both in Panjwaii and in Kandahar city with ambushes, IED attacks or suicide bombings taking the lives of a number of Canadian and American soldiers. The Canadian involvement in operation Mountain Fury was stepped up when they mounted an operation of their own called Operation Falcon's Summit on December 15, 2006. During Falcon Summit,

2665-406: The continued growth and development of a stable Afghanistan Nation and Government and continued the organization, equipping, arming and training of the Afghan National Army. Major Combat Operations As part of CJTF-76, SETAF Soldiers helped to reconstruct and rebuild Afghanistan within their area of operations. SETAF ensured a safe and secure election for the people of Afghanistan as they voted in

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2730-556: The countless Key Leader Engagements, Shura 's and other interactions with the Afghan population that soldiers of CJTF-82 performed. Their ability to successfully carry the fight to the enemy while simultaneously building trust with the local population and overseeing non-conventional missions that has allowed the government of Afghanistan and its security forces the opportunity to develop its influence and capabilities. Major Units Involved: Command and Control 101st Airborne Division From April 2008 to June 2009, in direct support of

2795-662: The difficulties) frighten", from the same root as "terror". It is often stated as "No Fear on Earth," or more colloquially "Difficulties be Damned." The 4th Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, was active in the 3rd Brigade, 25th Infantry Division (L) at Schofield Barracks on the island of Oahu in Hawaii during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Elements of 4th Battalion were deployed during Operation Desert Storm and served as guards for Gen. Norman Schwarzkopf during their deployment. They also participated in clearing operations in Kuwait and

2860-495: The first 2004 Afghan presidential election on 9 October 2004. The National Command Authority alerted 1st Battalion, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment for an emergency deployment in support of the elections. Operation Lightning Freedom was performed during the winter months to inhibit insurgent operations in remote mountainous areas in eastern and southeastern Afghanistan. Command and Control Southern European Task Force From March 2005 to February 2006, CJTF-76 supported

2925-628: The growth of governance and development in order to build a stable Afghanistan. Major Combat Operations In February 2007, units from the 82nd Airborne Division and the 10th Mountain Division conducted Operation Oqab Hamkary (Eagle Teamwork) in conjunction operations with Afghan forces to expand the influence of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Ghazni and Paktika Provinces. CJTF-82 operations included lethal and non-lethal missions. Operations Furious Pursuit, Finite Pursuit, and Kulang Hellion were conducted by 1st Battalion, 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment focused coalition forces in

2990-680: The insurgency, increase the competency and credibility of Afghan institutions, and facilitate development to set the security and stability conditions to begin transition to GIRoA. Major Combat Operations During OEF XI, CJTF-101 countered the insurgency along major transportation and economic corridors. These efforts provided freedom of movement to key road networks and set the conditions for enhanced economic development. The task force also assisted several provinces with transition to full GIRoA governance. CJTF-101 conducted more than 770 named operations. The task force, in cooperation with its Afghan and Pakistan partners, provided development and security to

3055-694: The maneuver phase of Operation Mountain Fury focusing on defeating Taliban resistance in Ghazni , Khost , Logar , Paktika , and Paktia provinces . Operation Mountain Fury is just one part of a series of coordinated operations placing continuous pressure on Taliban extremists across multiple regions of Afghanistan in order to provide security to the population, extend the government to the people, and to increase reconstruction. In November 2006, CJTF-76 launch Operation Mountain Eagle to defeat enemy forces and link governors of Afghanistan to district level. Paramount to

3120-476: The media. Campaign emphasis included the vital importance of extending government capacity, promoting reconstruction, creating employment opportunities and working to improve Afghan National Security Forces. Noteworthy accomplishments included the construction and improvement of several Provincial Coordination Centers, Provincial Development Councils and District Centers. More than 500 kilometers of roads, schools, clinics and other long lasting projects were built at

3185-523: The mobilized Ohio National Guard in southeastern Ohio (near Athens, Ohio) alongside other regular army units including Troop L of the 4th Cavalry, in a test of the nationally reorganized state militias following the Dick Act of 1903. This unit was involved in the August 19, 1904 riot with Ohio National Guard and civil authorities that resulted in several deaths. During the Russian Civil War ,

3250-710: The name "Wolfhounds." This emblem continues to serve as the symbol of the 27th Infantry Regiment. During their time in Siberia, the unit was part of the Evgenevka incident , a face-off between the Wolfhounds and the Japanese Military . In 1920, the regiment was assigned to duty in the Philippines , and Joseph D. Leitch was assigned to command. On 1 March 1921, the 27th Infantry Regiment was assigned to

3315-460: The needs of the children, and the then-limited capacity for self-help in postwar Japan, the regiment turned what was to have been a one-time occurrence into flow of supplies, food, building materials, and medical assistance from American soldiers and their families to the orphans. Soldiers from 1st and 2nd Battalions return to Japan every Christmas, and two children from the orphanage have visited Schofield Barracks annually since 1957. The relationship

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3380-537: The newly formed United States Forces – Afghanistan Headquarters in Kabul . CJTF-101 conducted over 490 conventional operations during OEF XI. Major Units Involved: Command and Control 82nd Airborne Division In late fall 2008, the 82nd Airborne Division received order from United States Army Forces Command (FORSCOM) to prepare for deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF). Their mission called for Regional Command East, in close coordination with

3445-488: The operational control of the 203rd ANA Corps in a large scale sweep of Paktya Province. This shaped operations such as Operation Big Axe conducted by Task Force Spartan (3rd Brigade, 10th Mountain Division ) and Operation Rock Avalanche conducted by Task Force Rock ( 503rd Infantry Regiment , 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team kept the enemy off balance and set the stage for follow on operations. CJTF-82 conducted over 325 conventional operations. The statistics do not state

3510-408: The population and set the conditions for enhanced economic development. CJTF-1 conducted more than 2,500 Contingency Operations and six major named operations. The task force worked throughout the winter to build FOBs and source over 15,000 pieces of equipment throughout RC-East to add a brigade combat team and expand security south of Kabul. Through effective partnering and training from CJTF-1 units,

3575-469: The population through combined action which neutralized insurgent elements, increased Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF) capability and grew the sub-national governance capacity and credibility in key terrain districts. CJTF-1 neutralized criminal patronage networks which increased stability and security by extending GIRoA influence through credible and transparent sub-national governance, ANSF assumption of security primacy, and improved quality of life for

3640-542: The regiment saw its first combat action in 1902 while serving as part of the American force sent to quell the Philippine Insurrection on the island of Mindanao . By 1904–1905, the unit had returned from the Philippines and its battalions were stationed at Fort Sheridan (Chicago, Illinois) and Columbus Barracks (Columbus, Ohio). The 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry participated in field maneuvers with

3705-457: The south of the province, the opium center of the world's major producer. Marines initially faced only sporadic resistance but when they advanced, Taliban fighters launched a ferocious, organized riposte with heavy weapons and tried to outflank the British troops. The Taliban withstood barrages of air strikes from AH-64 Apache helicopters, 500 pound bombs dropped by B-1 bombers and withering cannon fire from A-10 Thunderbolt II attack jets before

3770-411: The success of CJTF-76 during OEF VII was the execution of an aggressive non-lethal effects campaign designed to influence and educate the world, harass the enemy, and win the hearts and minds of Afghanistan's center of gravity – its populace. CJTF-76 leaders spent tireless hours engaging Afghan civic leaders at all levels to ensure that positive messages resonated throughout the Afghan public, as well as in

3835-462: The task force to intensify counterinsurgency and nation-building operations, thus ensuring successful winter and spring campaigns. Thanks to the efforts of the men and women in CJTF-101, the task force had an overwhelmingly successful year. Major Units Involved: Command and Control 1st Cavalry Division (United States) From May 2011 to April 2012, CJTF-1, in full partnership with GIRoA, joint, interagency and multinational organizations secured

3900-456: Was a NATO-led operation begun on September 16, 2006 as a follow-up operation to Operation Medusa , to clear Taliban insurgents from the eastern provinces of Afghanistan . Another focus of the operation was to enable reconstruction projects such as schools, health-care facilities, and courthouses to take place in the targeted provinces. During the operation, the Taliban suffered heavy losses during direct battle with NATO coalition forces; as

3965-1156: Was recognized by Hollywood in 1956 when members of the regiment were profiled in the 1955 film, Three Stripes in the Sun , starring Aldo Ray . Philippine Insurrection : Mindanao World War I : Siberia 1918; Siberia 1919 World War II : Central Pacific; Guadalcanal; Northern Solomons (with arrowhead); Luzon Korean War : UN Defensive; UN Offensive; CCF Intervention; First UN Counteroffensive; CCF Spring Offensive; UN Summer–Fall Offensive; Second Korean Winter; Korea, Summer–Fall 1952; Third Korean Winter; Korea, Summer 1953 Vietnam : Counteroffensive; Counteroffensive, Phase II; Counteroffensive, Phase III; Tet Counteroffensive; Counteroffensive, Phase IV; Counteroffensive, Phase V; Counteroffensive, Phase VI; Tet 69/Counteroffensive; Summer–Fall 1969; Winter–Spring 1970; Sanctuary Counteroffensive; Counteroffensive, Phase VII Armed Forces Expeditions : Panama James Jones wrote From Here to Eternity and The Thin Red Line based on his experiences in Schofield Barracks , Hawaii during

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4030-441: Was relieved from their assignment to the 25th Infantry Division and assigned to the 7th Infantry Division at Fort Ord , California . During their tour at Fort Ord the 2nd and 3rd Battalions were deployed to Honduras in 1988 in support of " Operation Golden Pheasant " and in 1989 they were deployed to Panama in support of " Operation Just Cause ." On 15 September 1993, the battalion was inactivated and relieved from assignment to

4095-408: Was the top Taliban commander for all of their operations in southern Afghanistan. The next month, an operation called Operation Clay was launched on New Year's Day. Plymouth-based 42 Commando were engaged in four days of fighting. The British had running firefights for up to four days against fairly coherent sustained attacks of small arms, rockets and indirect fire. About 110 Royal Marines carried out

4160-525: Was to cover 16 provinces in the east of the country. It was led by the division artillery commander, and comprised the 2nd Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment (25 ID), 3rd Battalion 3rd Marines , 3rd Battalion, 116th Infantry Regiment (29 ID), three forming Afghan kandaks (battalions), and, eventually, a total of eight Provincial Reconstruction Teams . The formal transfer of authority between 10th Mountain and 25th Infantry took place on 15 April 2004. Responsibility for Regional Command East originally fell to

4225-467: Was to support the GIRoA in rebuilding the country's social institutions including governance, security, economics, and infrastructure while defeating an insurgency committed to hindering regional stability. With more the 24,600 servicemen and woman assigned and attached throughout the deployment, CJTF-82 personnel provided critical mission support for filed forces that include: 3 infantry brigade combat teams,

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