Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Schooling with the Enemy
KANDAHAR- U.S. forces have been trying to re-open Pierre Mohammed School in the Taliban heartland of Kandahar since 2009. They faced near daily attacks this summer and a population reluctant to choose sides. Lt. Cory Donohoo and Lt. Christopher Kinzel of Alpha Co. 1-502nd Batt. explain the challenges of trying to win over the locals and whether the Afghans really want the school.
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Great reporting...once again. I look forward to your articles. My husband is in the 1-502 and you have given me such insight...thank you. I admire your dedication and thank you for your service to our country.
Such an interesting story - really gives the sense of the complexities of each situation. Hope you'll follow up on this one in the future. Thanks.
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