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Air Assault into Zurok

Here are three video clips showing Aaron Fairbairn’s unit assaulting into the area where he would later be killed in action. B-Roll of U.S. and Afghan forces Air Assault into Zurok to patrol the area for anti-Afghan forces. Scenes include forces boarding and disembarking from helicopters and an injured Soldier getting a medical evacuation. Produced by Sgt. Richard Fink. B-Roll of U.S. and Afghan forces Air Assault into Zurok to patrol the area for anti-Afghan forces. Scenes include a helicopter landing and take off, Afghan villagers and Soldiers and Soldiers patrolling mountain trails. Produced by Sgt. Richard Fink B-Roll of U.S. and Afghan forces Air Assault into Zurok to patrol the area for anti-Afghan forces. Scenes include the discovery of a weapons cache, burning enemy equipment, an explosion and Soldiers on patrol on … Read entire article »

Filed under: Afghanistan, Medicine, Rebuilding, War on Terror

Pfc. Aaron E. Fairbairn, 20, of Aberdeen, Washington

Pfc. Aaron E. Fairbairn, 20, of Aberdeen, Washington

The Department of Defense has confirmed what thousands of people on Twitter already knew. Aaron Fairbairn gave his life in the service of his country on July 4, 2009. The Department of Defense announced today the death of two soldiers who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. They died July 4 at Combat Outpost Zerok, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked the outpost using small arms and indirect fires. They were assigned to the … Read entire article »

Filed under: Afghanistan, Military, Obits, War on Terror

Aaron Fairbairn – KIA Afghanistan July 4 2009

Aaron Fairbairn – KIA Afghanistan July 4 2009

UPDATE: Two International Security Assistance Force service members were killed in an improvised explosive device strike that occurred in eastern Afghanistan this morning. “On this sad day, we continue with our mission as we remember the lives of our fallen soldiers. The true commitment and the determination of these fine soldiers are helping to make a difference in the lives of the people of Afghanistan” said Brig. Gen. Éric Tremblay, ISAF spokesperson. “We remain resolute in meeting our … Read entire article »

Filed under: Afghanistan, Obits, Original writing, Reporting, War on Terror