1st Brigade, 101st Airborne
First 30 Days
First 30 Days
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Friends and Families of TF Bastogne,
As we initially assume our Area of Operation in North Eastern Afghanistan I want all to know that we received extraordinary reception and assistance from our Brothers and Sisters of the Mountain Warrior BDE, 4th BCT, 4th Infantry Division based out of FT. Carson, CO. They truly set us up for success as they passed off all the knowledge and contacts developed over their incredibly difficult yet rewarding and successful year in N2KL (AO Bastogne). Our promise to the People, Leaders, and Afghanistan Security Forces in AO Bastogne is that we will continue to work towards a Terrorist free community that allows the citizens of Afghanistan to live free of tyranny and allow them and their families to prosper.
It is critical that our Warriors stay vigilant as we work toward successfully completing our mission. The Men and Women in our TF are nothing less than incredible! They are truly “the next great generation”. Over 80% of our entire volunteer force entered the Armed Services after that tragic day known best as 9-11. They continue to amaze me on a daily basis and I am more than humbled to serve and fight beside them. Our Leaders are up to the task in the responsibility of caring for their needs and directing them in all operations required on a daily basis.
Our mission has inherent risks to the health and welfare of our Warriors but we have a seasoned group of JR and SR Leaders that know how to mitigate the dangers that may confront us. Our Nation has truly supplied us with the very best individual protection as well as weapons and vehicles that are available anywhere in the world. Rest assured, our taxpayers have our complete thanks for what they collectively supply us especially during especially difficult economic times back home.
I want to especially thank the supporters around the United States who continually send our Soldiers care packages and notes of appreciation. You all make a difference and we are forever grateful.
To our Loved Ones that support us, your job is more difficult than ours and we appreciate all that you do during our absence to keep our Military Families strong and running smoothly. To the Mothers and Fathers of our Troops, I know you are proud of them and rightfully so. You raised great Americans who possess the right values, ethics, and morals that make our mission attainable. They treat the people of Afghanistan with respect and that truly makes the difference on a daily basis.
It is my Honor to be the Command Sergeant Major of such an outstanding organization and I pledge to support every member of our Task Force.
“Honor and Country”
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