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U.S. Marines with Task Force Southwest depart a UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter prior to an advisory meeting with Afghan National Army soldiers at Camp Hanson, Afghanistan, June 13, 2017. Marines and Sailors from Task Force Southwest are currently supporting and assisting the 1st and 3rd Brigades of the 215th Corps during Maiwand Three offensive operations to clear insurgents from the Nad-e Ali and Marjah areas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lucas Hopkins)

Task Force Southwest supports Maiwand Three operations

Marines with Task Force Southwest exit a UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter for an advisory meeting with Afghan soldiers at Camp Hanson, Afghanistan, June 13, 2017. Marines and sailors from Task Force Southwest are currently supporting and assisting the 1st and 3rd Brigades of the 215th Corps during Maiwand Three offensive operations to clear insurgents from the Nad-e Ali and Marjah areas. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lucas Hopkins

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