Marne Forward

This edition features stories on Sgt 1st Class Melvin Farris welcoming new troop at Forward Operating Base Marez, the Spartan Brigade wishes everyone a Merry Christmas, Soldiers receive a visit from country music star Aaron Tippin and Soldiers play in a band during their weekly church services. Hosted by Sgt. Lopez.

This edition features a story on the importance of Multi-National Division Center and the progress being made throughout Iraq. Hosted by Spc. Mouton.

This edition features stories on the economic improvements on patrol base Kemple, a coordinated medical engagement at Abu Faris, the disposal of a large weapons cache discovered outside of Kabala and El Salvador Armed Forces Day.Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features a story on the Underseccretary of Defence Edelman visiting Iraq, Iraqi police get a new poilce station outside Baghdad, Soldiers performing vehicles checks to continue mission in country, troops participating in a game of Texas Hold'em and the significance of the Iraqi children. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on civil affairs teams at Forward Operating Base Delta supporting a fires brigade and provincial reconstruction team, the opening of a town hall signifying the progress that has been made in an Iraqi town, educating civilians on the importance of clean water, how Soldiers at Forward Operating Base Kalsu relax, how troops receive packages and mail in the combat zone and Soldiers participating in a “Run for the Cure” to raise funding for Breast Cancer research. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on Operation Al Duraiya Sunrise, the family of a fallen Soldier giving back to an Iraqi village, coalition forces pushing further south, a knock and search mission, improving Arab Jabour and Operation Dolphins II. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition continues with stories on Cuscatlan Battalion, the opening of a soccer stadium in Whaida and the Dallas, Texas band "The Connection" touing Iraq. Hosted by Spc. Rebeka Reyes. Part 2 of 2.

This edition features stories on Operation Crystal Springs, the opening of a fire station in Salman Pak and a citizenship ceremony at Al-Faw Palace. Hosted by Spc. Rebeka Reyes. Part 1 of 2.

This edition features stories on Maj. Gen. Lynch's tour of the point of entry at the border between Iraq and Iran, a Iraqi village opening a clinic and school, the expansion of a brick factory, Task Force Marne softball league, "Pops" the retired wing man serving in the dining hall.
Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on Sfc. Paul Smith who in April 2003 gave his life for Soldiers in the 3rd Infantry Division, life at a patrol base southwest of Baghdad, Soldiers of the 511 Military Police Company working with Iraqi police to improve security, the Rakasans at patrol base Shanghai handing out gifts from a dead Soldier's family to the people in the village where he died and a spin-off band from the 3rd Infantry Division band called Premium Blend that covers a premium blend of music styles. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on a tribute to women's history month, doctors lending a hand to help Iraqis in need of medical attention, Army leaders explain new safety techniques, celebrities visiting Iraq boost moral and the Scott Kennedy Comedy Tour makes a stop at Forward Operating Base Kalsu. Hosted by SPc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on school clean up and supply delivery, a computer center at an all girls secondary school, a service meeting by Iraq's Joint Rule Planning Committee, Operation Crazyhorse and Musayyib patrol. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on an air assault rehearsal, the pacification of Ysifiyah, a torture house destroyed, the order of Saint Barbara and the Kalsu Idol. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on Operation Dodge City, the transfer of authority between two battalions from El Salvador, constructing Combat Outpost (COP) Carver, female U.S. military leaders meeting about the Womens Engagement Program and a new golf driving range at FOB Kalsu. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on how local Sheiks in the Sons of Iraq are being inducted into the Iraqi Police Forces, meeting Vice Chief of Staff of the Army, Gen. Cody, an effort by U. S. Soldiers and Iraqi Doctors to bring medical aid to villages that have been cut off from medical care, a Combatives Tourney for Task Force Marne service members, a meeting between the women of the 3rd Brigade 101st Airborne Division and Iraqi women to talk about social issues, a meeting between fifty Sheiks from the Janabi tribe and Col. James to discuss unemployment and security, and a prayer breakfast on Camp Victory. Produced by Task Force Marne Public Affairs HQ 3ID.

This edition features stories on a Silver Star recipient, the opening of a Non-Commissioned Officer Academy at FOB Kalsu, dismounted patrols, the Hollendia Medical Drop and the Al Rasheed District Women's Council meeting. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on Soldiers securing the city of Al Duraiya as part of Operation Al Duraiya Sunrise, Iraqi working donkeys receiving medical treatment, the significance of the opening of a health clinic in the city of Madariyah, Coalition Forces overseeing the significant Transfer of Authority ceremony between Georgian military units and service member preparing for redeployment to the states. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on Soldiers from the 2nd Brigade Combat Team conducting a week long mission to uncover insurgent activity, Coalition Forces securing the village of Zelig, troops participating in a combat life saver course, Iraqi leaders meeting in Baghdad to address the needs of Iraqi police and the significance of the new non-commissioned officer academy at Forward Operating Base Kalsu. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on the anatomy of an air strike, rocks at a new patrol base, medical care for Iraqi children, battle field circulation and Maj. Gen. Lynch tours Iraq. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on Operation Dolphins II, Operation Mauser, Soldiers who re-enlist, Operation Nanos II, helping the Khidr and a store on wheels. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on a review of Solider accomplishments in 2007, coalitions forces and Iraqi police work together on security missions and Army engineers build roads to a new patrol base. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on Soldiers passing out school supplies to Iraqi children, constructing additional patrol bases within Iraqi communities, Coalition and Iraqi leaders meeting about the future of concerned citizens groups, the USO Christmas tour and troops reenlisting while on deployment. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on a transfer of authority ceremony at Forward Operating Base Kalsu, U.S. Soldiers setting up Patrol Base Kemple in honor of a fallen Soldier and U.S. Soldiers conducting an air assault to clear an area around Arab Jabour. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on Soldiers patrolling areas only accessible by air, Soldiers working with Iraqi civilians to keep neighborhoods safe, Army officers have lunch with local sheiks, a veteran speaks to Soldiers about his combat experiences and celebrating native American heritage month. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on U.S. Soldiers sharpening their battlefield skills at a range complex, future leaders of the Iraqi national police being recognized by coalition forces and U.S. Soldiers helping to rebuild the infrastructure in Arab Jabour. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on the 3rd Infantry Division's birthday, Operation Marne Courageous, logistic Soldiers who bring in supplies, Soldiers who provide medical care and a fun run which honors the 3rd Infantry Division's birthday. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on destroying bridges used by insurgents, Iraqi citizens and soldiers working together to provide medical care to civilians, professional baseball players visiting troops, concerned citizens taking the lead in keeping insurgents out of their cities, the Iraqi army taking control of a civil military operations center and a Soldier competing in a singing competition. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on Task Force Vigilant, care packages, U.S. Army 10 miler, Soldiers packing to return home, and former lead singer of the 1980s band Poison Bret Michaels visiting Camp Stryker. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on Iraqi citizens and Coalition forces fighting insurgents, capturing a high value target during a recent raid, monitoring Iraq from the air, Muslims observing Ramadan in Iraq, raiding and securing an area known to be occupied by al-Qaida operatives, establishing a patrol base, the concerned citizens program being implemented in Jurf As Sakhr and a soccer ball donation program honoring a fallen Soldier. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on Soldiers establishing battle positions throughtout the al Owsat region on the West Bank, the significant role U.S. Soldiers are playing in supporting the Royal Army and the commanding general and command sergeant major of the 10th Mountain Division visting fellow division Soldiers. Hosted by Sgt. Crystal Cook.

This edition features stories on continued searches for missing U.S. Soldiers in Iraq, Pfc. Joshua Welborn talking about how the military has made his life better, U.S. troops recruiting Iraqi locals for concerned citizens programs, troops training for going through customs inspections, and children injured by improvised explosive devices receiving prosthetic limbs. Hosted by Sgt. Crystal Cook.

This edition features stories on Soldiers remembering fallen comrades and victims of Sept. 11, 2001, a Soldier describing her experience during the attack on the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001, the significant role of a U.S. Army crew chief, the history of Task Force Marne and Task Force Marne Soldiers receiving a pleasant surprise from back home. Hosted by Sgt. Cyrstal Cook.

This edition features stories on a father and son both serving in Iraq, mechanics maintaining Kiowa helicopters, a transfer of authority ceremony between units from El Salvador, celebrating Women’s Equality Day, a female pilot working her way through the ranks from an enlisted Soldier to an officer, medics providing care to citizens of an Iraqi town and a new gym available on forward operating base Hammer. Hosted by Spc. Adam Prickel.

This edition features stories on celebrating Women's Equality Day, Iraqi citizens helping to discover and clear IEDs, Soldiers working with Iraqi police registering vehicles, a mobile dentist servicing Soldiers and Iraqis and a basketball league comprised of Soldiers over the age of thirty. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on the introduction of Operation Marne Husky, U.S. Soldiers conducting a daytime air assault operation to rid an area outside Baghdad of insurgents, Gen. Petraeus recongnizing Soldiers for their outstanding job performance, service members re-enlisting to show their commitment to the war efforts and food service professionals participating in the Iron Chef Competition held at Forward Operating Base Hammer. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on local Iraqis fighting back against al-Qaida, medical care for a young Iraqi girl, new recruits to the Iraqi police and a fun run. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes. Part 2 of 2.

This edition features stories on a night raid East of Baghdad, Iraqi troops and U.S. commandos working together, an Iraqi graduation after a 24-day commando course, the dedication of a new facility named after a fallen soldier and medical care. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes. Part 1 of 2.

This edition features stories on U.S. and Iraqi soldiers providing security for a village south of Baghdad, U.S. Soldiers clearing routes for future missions throughout Iraq, the importance of supply convoys and deliveries in country, the significance of a new civilian military operations center in the city of Arab Jabour, and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Preston visiting fellow Soldiers and addressing their concerns. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on teamwork, supplies, contracts, Sgt. Maj. of the Army Preston answering questions about deployments and a commitment ceremony. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on U.S. and Iraqi forces training together, Col. Dan Ball talking about why it's important to lead from the front and an air assault mission. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on the extension of tours of duty, fortifying defenses in southern Iraq, working with Iraqis to solve a problem on base, improving Iraqi army combat skills and a group of Soldiers re-enlisting in Iraq. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on a newly established Partrol Base, a Naturalization and reenlistment ceremony on the 4th of July, the effects of the troop surge and protecting infantry men from the elements and aiding them when needed. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes. Part 2 of 2.

This edition features stories on Iraqi Security Forces taking the lead on clearing missions, restricting the movement of the enemy by forcing them into checkpoints, Operation Marne Torch, clearing insurgent strongholds and receiving tips from Local citizens. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes. Part 1 of 2.

This edition features stories on a helicopter being shot down and the rescue of the crew, Soldiers of Operation Marne Torch working with the Air Force, Iraqis taking the lead in security missions, the 100th air assault mission of this tour for the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division and a re-enlistment ceremony in Iraq on the 4th of July. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on paratroopers conducting presence patrols, training for transporting supplies, U.S. and Iraqi forces working together to secure southwest Baghdad, Soldiers re-enlisting to celebrate the birthday of the Army, humanitarian assistance for Iraqi children and Soldiers celebrating Caribbean Heritage Month. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes. Part 2 of 2.

This edition features stories on a Silver Star medal ceremony, searching Arab Jabour for signs of insurgent presence, an Army vehicle involved in an IED attack, a field artillery regiment assuming new duties, a transfer of authority ceremony and civilian contractors maintaining Blackhawk helicopters. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes. Part 1 of 2.

This edition features stories on contractors helping U.S. Soldiers maintain Blackhawk helicopters, U.S. Howitzer artillerymen switching gears to provide maneuver support and Soldiers receiving Silvers Stars and Soldier's Medals at an award ceremony. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition feature stories on U.S. Soldiers trying to build rapport with Iraqi civilians, Soldiers building a new battle position to provide better security for outlying areas of Iraq and Soldiers operating unmanned aerial surveillance vehicles to provide information to troops on the ground. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes. Part 2 of 2.

This edition feature stories on U.S. Soldiers trying to build rapport with Iraqi civilians, Soldiers building a new battle position to provide better security for outlying areas of Iraq and Soldiers operating unmanned aerial surveillance vehicles to provide information to troops on the ground. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes. Part 1 of 2.

This edition features stories on U.S. Soldiers training Iraqi soldiers on how to call for indirect fire, Soldiers destroying a bridge along an anti-Iraqi trafficking route and Soldiers celebrating the Army's 232nd birthday by re-enlisting. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on U.S. Soldiers assisting Iraqi soldiers on an intelligence gathering mission, how the actions of Sgt. Jones earned him the Bronze Star award, a counterinsurgency expert's words of wisdom and service members attending a prayer breakfast to celebrate their faith. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on a Memorial Day ceremony remembering fallen Soldiers, service members from the 3rd Infantry Division observing Memorial Day with a day-long celebration, troops continuing their mission by securing the area of Baghdad where three Soldiers recently went missing, members of Task Force Vigliant protecting the streets of Baghdad and the California cover band Off the Wall entertaining troops throughout the Middle East. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on how a chaplain is helping U.S. Soldiers in their search for two missing Soldiers, how an unmanned aerial vehicle, the Raven, provides aerial observations for Soldiers in the field and U.S. Soldiers who fire artillery day and night to prevent enemy attacks. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on the search for three missing Soldiers south of Baghdad, Soldiers repairing bridges across the Tigris river and Soldiers opening lines of communications with local Iraqi citizens and leaders. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on Soldiers training for urban combat, International Police Liaison Officers training Iraqi National Police, an air assault mission in the Al Dour area, a joint medical operation providing aid to Iraqi civilians and celebrating Asian-Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on Iraqi National Police going on patrol to gain the confidence of local Iraqis, Soldiers receiving their combat operations patches, U.S. and Iraqi Soldiers playing soccer together and female Soldiers learning and practicing self-defense techniques. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on a JSS opening in Yusifiya, casual pay for Soldiers, patrolling Rushi Mulla and improvised Fire Trucks. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.

This edition features stories on a remembrance ceremony for a fallen Soldier, a Combat Patch ceremony, a memorial service for children killed during the Holocaust, an Easter sunrise service and a feature on Sgt. Aaron Waller. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes. Also see "3rd ID Combat Patch Ceremony" in the B-roll section.

This edition features stories on 3rd Infantry Division Soldiers conducting an uncasing ceremony at their new headquarters in Iraq, a joint U.S.-Iraqi operation conducting an air assault and patrol which helped disrupt anti-Iraqi forces near Patrol Base Dragon and U.S. Soldiers patrolling with the Iraqi National Police to help train them and get civilians accustomed to working with them. Hosted by Spc. Rebecka Reyes.