America's North Shore Journal

Afghan National Army Commando students captured an insurgent and thwarted an insurgent attack, in Kapisa province, April 21. Members of the newly minted 207th Commando Kandak performed a number of night-time air assault missions, resulting in the capture of one insurgent, numerous small weapons caches and IED materials. “The Company air assaulted into the target area, occupied blocking positions and cleared the objective utilizing speed, surprise and violence of action,” said the Coalition Team Leader in charge of the Commando training. Prior to their graduation, the Commandos trained for, planned and executed their own mission to demonstrate their ability to perform competently in combat. “I feel that there is continual improvement due to the growing capability of the Commando training company, the Afghan cadre, as well as the attention … Read entire article »