OBAMAS ENTERTAIN MILITARY FAMILIES AT WHITE HOUSE

President Obama and his wife Michelle and membrs of the White House staff entertain military familes for a 4th of July cookout on the grounds of the White House. 

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http://news.yahoo.com/video/obamas-host-military-families-white-004019002.html

IRAQ, AFGHANISTAN VETS BATTLE COMBAT TRAUMA

The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, which President Bush never added the cost to the national debt, have left behind scores of veterans who are suffering from combat trauma.

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4th of July Song Tribute to American Service Men and Women - WE GAVE OUR...

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This song was inspired by my good friend, Tom, a Marine First Sergeant and by a serviceman who lives in my community who is a triple amputee from injuries sustained in Afghanistan. Please share this video with any of your friends who are currently serving or have served in our military. God Bless America!

ILLINOIS REPUBLICAN JOE WALSH SAYS MILITARY VET TAMMY DUCKWORTH IS "NOT A TRUE HERO"

Loudmouth Illinois Republican Congressman Joe Walsh has attacked Tammy Duckworth his opponent in the race for the house seat in Northwest Chicago.

Duckworth is a double amputee who lost both legs after her Blackhawk helicopter was shotdown in Iraq

Walsh never served a day of his life in the military. 

Read the full story here and watch video of Walsh attacking double amputee Tammy Duckworth:

http://thinkprogress.org/election/2012/07/03/510443/joe-walsh-tammy-duckworth-service/

VIOLENCE MARS PEACE IN IRAQ

IRAQ is teetering on the brink of all out war again.  A market bomb was exploded Tuesday killing scores and injuring over 100 people. 

Read more here: http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/07/03/us-iraq-violence-idUSBRE86209620120703

WATCH VIDEO OF ALL WOMEN COMBAT HELICOPTER CREW IN ACTION

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All-female helicopter crews at work in Iraq. Scenes include maintenance crews working on helicopters, flight crews preparing for flight and the helicopters in the air. Produced by Staff Sgt. Kelly Longbine.

Exit Rush: No cash, no Afghanistan?

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There's been a surge of violence in Afghanistan - with bomb blast in the north of the country killing at least nine people. The escalation comes as the country prepares to take full control of security in more areas - and a week before NATO's summit in Chicago. And, as Tesa Arcilla reports, Alliance support for ongoing involvement in the embattled nation has never been lower.















 

Dog Saves Veteran From Suicide David Sharpe & Cheyenne

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Veteran and his dog Cheyenne who saved his life. 

18 veterans commit suicide every single day.   

OH NO! IRAQ IS FALLING APART AGAIN

There has been a huge surge in violence in Iraq with over 600 people killed in June alone.  The Al-Maliki government is under siege by rebels and Iraq is teetering again on the brink of civil war.

Read more here:

Surge in Violence, State Corruption Plague Iraq -- News from Antiwar.com

KICK ASS VIDEO OF FIREFIGHT IN AFGHANISTAN

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Helmet Cam video of a firefight with the Taliban in Helmand, Afghanistan.  Raw languaage.

Combat Support Hospital Treats Marine

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Soldiers from the 115th Combat Support Hospital, at Camp Dwyer, Helmand province, Afghanistan, treat a Marine who hurt his leg while jumping a canal, April 1. The 115th CSH is based out of Ft. Polk, La. Video by Regimental Combat Team 1.

CLEARING AFGHANISTAN ROADS OF IEDS

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Videos of the 806th Engineer Company whose job it is to find and remove improvised explosive devices. Scenes include Soldiers fingerprinting locals. Produced by Lance Cpl. Nicholas Neighbors.

















 

First Hand Look at Taliban Ambush

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James Foley a reporter with the Global Post, takes us directly in the line of fire when he accompanied an American infantry unit that was ambushed by insurgents.

MILITARY DROPS CAMO UNIFORMS AFTER SPENDING BILLIONS

The Pentagon has announced the military is going to drop the camouflage uniforms they have issued because they don't blend in with the terrain, but actually make the GI more visible. 

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http://defense.aol.com/2012/06/25/army-drops-universal-camouflage-after-spending-billions/?icid=maing-grid10%7Chtmlws-main-bb%7Cdl32%7Csec1_lnk3%26pLid%3D173427

VIDEO OF THE LIFE ON AN INFANTRYMAN IN AFGHANISTAN

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This Is My Life is a video journal blog of Marines in Afghanistan, documenting their daily life. This episode follows Lance Cpl. Geoffrey West, an infantryman with Golf Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment. Provided by 1st Marine Division.
















 

COMBAT VIDEO: 1ST RECON BATT. ENGAGE TALIBAN

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U.S. Marines with Company B., 1st Reconnaissance Battalion engage enemy forces from a patrol base near Sangin, Afghanist. The 1st Reconnaissance Battalion is conducting counter insurgency operations in support of the International Security Assistance Force.

WHY REBUILD ROADS IN AFGHANISTAN BUT NOT IN AMERICA?

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Why are we spending so much taxpayer money rebuilding roads in Afghanistan, but not in America where our infrastructure, especially roads, are sadly in need of repair. 

The answer is simple.  Republicans block all expenditurs to improve infrastructure in the United States.

Video about combat engineers helping to rebuild a road in eastern Afghanistan. Produced by Gail McCabe. Includes soundbites from Maj. Adam Chalmers, 9th Engineer Battalion, 172 IBCT, Capt. Anwar, 2nd Brigade, Afghan National Army, and Capt. David Farrar, A Co., 9th Engineer Battalion, 172 IBCT. Provided by Soldiers Radio and Television.










 

US ARMY -- BRUTAL FACTS YOU DON'T KNOW

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Another US-led foreign soldier has been killed in southern Afghanistan as violence picks up once again in the war-weary nation, Press TV reports.

















 

REPUBLICANS WANT MORE WARS

According to David Plouffe, top Obama official, the Republicans are interested in more wars than doing anything about the economy. 

Watch video here and read story:

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/17/david-plouffe-republicans-war_n_1603584.html?utm_hp_ref=afghanistan

AMAZING VIDEO OF APACHE ATTACK ON TALIBAN

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BREAKING NEWS: TALIBAN ATTACK KABUL HOTEL

The following video shows a Taliban attack that just happened on a hotel in Kabul, Afghanistan.

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http://finance.yahoo.com/video/personalfinance-18826566/taliban-attack-kabul-hotel-29756634.html#crsl=%252Fvideo%252Fpersonalfinance-18826566%252Ftaliban-attack-kabul-hotel-29756634.html

WHAT IS HAPPENING IN AFGHANISTAN

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Taliban resurgence led by biggest attacks since 2001

Dog Welcomes Home Soldier

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Rocky is shown in this video welcoming hom his soldier "Dad" from the war.

VIDEO OF WHAT YOU NEVER KNEW ABOUT FEMALE MARINES IN AFGHANISTAN

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Insight into newest asset to Marine Corps' counterinsurgency playbook. "Inside the FET" tells the story of the Female Engagement Team, the Corps' solution to engaging the entire population of Helmand, adding depth the the counterinsurgency fight across Southwest Afghanistan. In this long-form profile you will see why the FET was created, learn about the team's, mission and capabilities, and see what infantry commanders on the ground have to say about the tangible results that have seen from having FET Marines alongside their infantrymen. Video by Maj. Bradley Gordon. Also available in high definition

FASCINATING VIDEO HOW UNMANNED DRONE AIRCRAFT ARE CONTROLLED IN AFGHANISTAN WAR

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This is not science fiction. This is a demonstration of a new form of modern warfare. The Drone Controller was invented about 6 years ago, and has now come to its full fruition. This drone can even tell which weapons on the ground were recently fired or not. Henceforth acquiring a target and getting the drop on the confirmed killer. The drone can stay in the air for over 24 hours. Their precision is very accurate. One of these was recently used to kill a Taliban leader. However theyre unless without sufficient intelligence on the ground.

INTENSE COMBAT: U.S. Marines react to a surprise TALIBAN attack

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U.S. Marines react to surprise attack by Talibn.

NEW VIDEO: AFGHANISTAN'S "DARK SIDE OF THE MOON" US TROOPS ENGAGE TALIBAN

The war in Afghanistan continues to rage and this new video shows U.S. troops engaging the Taliban in an area of Afghanistan called the "dark side of the moon."

Watch video here:

http://news.yahoo.com/video/world-15749633/afghanistan-s-dark-side-of-the-moon-29638247.html;_ylt=Ao1ARufxyeK5GpIDjHgH2NkBS5Z4#crsl=%252Fvideo%252Fworld-15749633%252Fafghanistan-s-dark-side-of-the-moon-29638247.html

AMAZING AND BEST VIDEO DOCUMENTARY ON THE AFGHANISTAN WAR.

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This video lasts over and hour and depicts the United States Marines in the battle for Marjah, Afganistan. The video was just released and should be seen by everyone.

AFGHANISTAN WAR BOILS DOWN TO PROGRESS IN INCHES

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C. J. Chivers reports from Marja, Afghanistan, where Marines face stiff resistance from Taliban fighters, including a rarity, a trained marksman.

















 

USAF Special Forces - Combat Controller and Pararescue

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Combat Controllers are trained special operations forces and certified FAA air traffic controllers. Their mission is to deploy, undetected, into combat and hostile environments to establish assault zones or airfields, while simultaneously conducting air traffic control, fire support, command and control, direct action, counter-terrorism, foreign internal defense, humanitarian assistance, and special reconnaissance.

Their motto "First There" reaffirms the combat controller's commitment to undertaking the most dangerous missions behind enemy lines by leading the way for other forces to follow.