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Saw this video, thought it would be interesting to some of my fellow dakkaknights.

https://www.ted.com/talks/sebastian_junger_why_veterans_miss_war

First hand experience with the unit and Korengal or "KOP" . I handle the logistical lifeline of the unit there from 173rd. I was their "Raven" if you know what that is. The AVN Battalion at the time was 2/82nd that I left a few years back before '08. They were replaced by 6/101st later on and knew quite a few crew chiefs and one of my best soldiers I pressed to go WOC was a pilot in the unit. Been out there and back a few times. That Valley sucks big time

Watch "Restrepo"

The "connection" Junger is talking about is very hard to describe. You have to experience combat

I watched Restrapo. I recommend it.