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Benning marksmen to train Afghan troops
Benning marksmen to train Afghan troops
The Associated Press
Posted : Tuesday Dec 15, 2009 7:58:28 EST

FORT BENNING, Ga. — Soldiers from the Army Marksmanship Unit at Fort Benning have left for Afghanistan, where they will help train Afghan security forces.

The Army says members of the unit will deploy to Afghanistan on a rotational basis. The first group left Dec. 11.

The unit trains thousands of soldiers every year. Members of the unit also take part in shooting competitions, including the Olympic Games.


Article at: http://www.armytimes.com/news/2009/12/ap_army_benning_marksmen_afghanistan_121509/
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