Joint Special Operations Task Force Philippines
Army Spc. Chris Johns, Joint Special Operations Task Force Philippines, looks through an improvised explosive device coloring book that teaches children IED awareness. Johns participated in an Operation Junior Heroes program Feb. 23, 2010, in Iligan City, Philippines. DoD photo by Army Sgt. 1st Class Michael J. Carden
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Soldier Serves in Family’s Homeland
MARAWI, Philippines, March 9, 2010 – Army Sgt. C.J. Rueda, a Filipino-American soldier, is part of the U.S. military task force charged with training Philippine counterterrorism forces and providing humanitarian assistance. Story
Philippine Armed Forces Spread Good Will
LAMITAN, Philippines, March 1, 2010 – A recent medical outreach event in Lamitan, Philippines, showed the resolve not only of the Philippine armed forces but also of the international community to spread good will to the southern Philippines. Story
Philippine Forces Challenge Children
ILIGAN CITY, Philippines, Feb. 25, 2010 – Philippine national police here are working to forge a better future by teaching young people what it means to be a “hero” in their community. Story
U.S. Forces Help With Dental Care
MARAWI, Philippines, Feb. 24, 2010 – American servicemembers are helping Philippine health care professionals improve the dental health of the country's populace through education and outreach programs. Story
U.S., Philippine Troops Disable Bombs
COTABATO, Philippines, Feb. 23, 2010 – U.S. explosive ordnance disposal troops are in the Philippines to teach that nation's soldiers how to detect and safely remove and dispose of forgotten ordnance left over from years of war and terrorist actions. Story
Trainers, Advisors Help Philippines
ZAMBOANGA, Philippines, Feb. 22, 2010 – Eliminating foreign terrorists in the southern Philippines is the No. 1 priority of U.S. forces deployed there, said the region’s top U.S. military officer. Story
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