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Operation Allies Welcome

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Fort Pickett, Va.

ABOUT 

The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan

 

PHOTO GALLERY
HMLA-773 takeoff to support rescue efforts in wake of Hurricane Harvey
Lance Cpl. Andrew Gregory, a crew chief with Detachment A, Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 773, Marine Aircraft Group 49, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Forces Reserve, prepares for takeoff in support of rescue mission in wake of Hurricane Harvey, Aug. 28, 2017, from Belle Chasse, La. The Marine Corps is America’s expeditionary total force in readiness that is always the first to fight, whether on the battlefield or national emergencies. Active duty and Reserve Marines are fully integrated to fight and win in any clime at any time. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Samantha Schwoch/Released)