I was called to Camp Phoenix by the TF Commander and Command Sgt. Major and thanked for my efforts. We had a long discussion about the incident and how to deal with situations like this, and dealing with the LN population. I also told them I had a selfish reason for doing what I did... I...
Recently, I was at my ECP when my "Terp" received a phone call from a Depot close by... "One of the ECP guards is dead, shot by American Soldiers"
It can escalate very quickly... recently there was a tragic accident at a compound close by. A convoy of 2 MRAM's and 2 B6 armored Suburban's where...
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I have been keeping extremely busy but the fruits of my labors are beginning to pay off. TF GUAM HHC 1-294th INF REGT. is donating 200+ sets of new and used combat boots for the cause. Arrangements are being worked out to get them from Camp Phoenix to my location by Christmas. I...
Good day,
I recently wrote this after the recent VIED in Kabul which claimed the lives of 2 American soldier, 4 American contractors and 9 civilians and the 2 VIED's that claimed another 9 civilians and wounded 70 in Kandahar. I had the same sense of humor while I was in the Military and I...
A lot of great information in that article. Throughout my career I broke it down to 3 basic rules of leadership:
1. Get the job done;
2. Take care of the welfare of your men;
3. Do #1 without sacrificing #2.
Not every situation is the same and flexibility on how you accomplish your goals is...
Mission Completed
The Wounded Warrior Companion project that my Wife and I have been involved in has been a complete success. Last week the last of eight (8) St. Bernard puppies have been matched up with a suitable wounded warriors.
My loving Wife was telling me about the expressions of the...
We just had a new volleyball court made on site and I play with them a couple of times a week, in between those days I will watch from the sidelines and chat with the guards. Yesterday I offered a cigarette to one of the older guards who I know smokes and he graciously accepted... as he was...
Update:
So far 5 of the puppies have received new homes for the Wounded Warrior Companion project. All the pups have ad their vaccinations, check ups and de-worming. One of the females has a heart murmur and my loving Wife has decided to keep and raise this lil girl.
The last two males are...
I would say not able at this time in reference to protecting Expat clients. This process is ongoing as is the training and development of skill sets. Developing good team leaders will take a lot more time and training to bring them up to an expat standard.
In reference to protecting...
A few days ago I was Team Leader for a close protection mission, my team consisted of all local APPF PSD guards that we have trained. We were protecting a lot of high priced visitors. When we delivered our package to the residence of the Ministry of Interior, we immediately deployed our team...
It is holding up nicely, the colors blend in to the background a lot better than I have originally thought. Five months wearing it and washing them every second day and they stand up well, a little fading after the first few washes but not anymore.
Good day,
I was just informed by a friend that under a Google search of "JTF2" there is an image of me. The picture has been tagged by someone as "JTF2" from the Army.ca website. I say for the record that I am not, was not, or ever mentioned or suggested that I was JTF2. I was with...
This is indeed good news, the Afghanistan society is based on respect, to disrespect and humiliate the village Elder is more than they will accept. I hope that this continues and more villages join in.
Cheers
Pop
Update:
The first puppy companion has been paired with a Wounded Warrior, and three more are slotted and awaiting pick up. That now leaves four (4) more pups to find suitable companions. My wife is doing a wonderful job house breaking the little tykes, no solid accidents in a few days and...
Hiya Tim,
Yes it is good, I have not looked back since my retirement. I am keeping busy over here, been here a year and a half now as a scruffy faced civie.
Good to hear from you again.
Cheers
Pop
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