Courtesy Photo | BAGHDAD -- An Iraqi Soldier from 3rd Brigade, 6th Iraqi Army Division provides...... read more read more
Lt. Jason Hawkins
3-6 FA unit public affairs representative
BAGHDAD -- As part of continuing effort to solidify and enhance the working relationship and camaraderie between Iraqi and U.S. forces, a platoon from the 3rd Brigade, 6th Iraqi Army Division started conducting joint traffic control point operations with Soldiers from 10th Mountain Division's 3rd Battalion, 6th Field Artillery in the Abu Ghraib area in December.
"This is just one of many joint operations that are taking place across Baghdad as the Iraqi Army assumes responsibility for the safety and security of the populace," said Capt. James Baker, commander Headquarters Battery, 3-6 FA. "I was very impressed with how quickly and professionally the Iraqi forces executed the operation," said Baker.
Soldiers from both nations mingled together during the mission, as Soldiers always do. "I am always amazed at how quickly Soldiers of different languages and cultures can make friends with just a cigarette and a hand shake, said Staff Sgt. James Bennett, 3-6 FA team chief.
Although the Iraqi platoon did not discover any weapons or contraband during their searches, they considered this operation a success. Bennett said the operation was a "preventative measure that gives a sense of well-being to the citizens of the area."
| Date Taken: | 01.16.2006 |
| Date Posted: | 01.16.2006 15:28 |
| Story ID: | 5127 |
| Location: | BAGHDAD, IQ |
| Web Views: | 166 |
| Downloads: | 10 |
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