Latest "task force southwest" stories

Marine shot in the head in Afghanistan gets back helmet that saved his life

Cpl. Nicholas DeSantis-Austin was providing security on a rooftop in Sangin, Afghanistan, in August 2018 when he was shot in the head by a sniper.

By Shawn Snow

4 years ago

Marines in Afghanistan to receive combat action ribbons, prepare for next Helmand deployment amid talks of troop withdrawal

Task Force Southwest's third rotation has been downrange since October 2018.

By Kyle Rempfer

4 years ago

3 Marines killed in Bagram roadside bomb blast identified by Pentagon

The deaths of the three Marines in Afghanistan are the first for the Corps in several years.

By Shawn Snow

4 years ago

Taliban fighters try to storm base in Helmand province housing US Marines and Afghan forces

There were no U.S. or coalition casualties, but reportedly more than 20 Afghan forces were killed in the attack.

By Shawn Snow

4 years ago

Marine commander leading Task Force Southwest in Afghanistan slated for a second star

Brig. Gen. Julian D. Alford has been nominated for promotion to major general.

By Shawn Snow

4 years ago

Here’s why Marines in Afghanistan abruptly shut down their social media account

The sudden removal of the account calls into question transparency concerns regarding the Corps’ combat missions overseas.

By Shawn Snow and Meghann Myers

5 years ago