Iraqi Army Soldiers Conduct Joint Training
Forward Operating Base Caldwell, Iraq -- Soldiers of L Troop 3, 278th Regimental Combat Team, conducted joint training at Forward Operating Base Cobra with Iraqi Army personnel.
The Iraqi Army Soldiers were taught how to mount and dismount Bradley Fighting Vehicles while maintaining security. The Soldiers were also driven around in the Bradley's to show them the importance of the Kevlar helmets and the safety straps inside the vehicles.
After the Bradley training was complete, dismounted patrol training and react to contact drills were initiated. After every training exercise an after action review was conducted to reinforce the training.
The Soldiers performed above expectations and were thankful of the training, said Iraqi Army Captain Qadir, Delta Company, 206th Iraqi Army commander, he was present for the training and was very pleased with plans for future joint operations that will help give legitimacy and respect to his unit.
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