This video, "Float Tapes: Part - 28" by Kit Badger, delves into the personal deployment experiences of the creator as a young Marine Sergeant in the USMC. Initially slated for a Westpac deployment in 2001, plans shifted dramatically due to the events of September 11th. The footage, captured on a MiniDV HandyCam over six months, documents the deployment from start to finish. The "Float Tapes" were lost for approximately 18 years before being rediscovered. The video description specifically mentions "Christmas in Afghanistan, 2001" and "Camp Rhino," providing a historical and geographical context to the narrative.
This video showcases a series of special edition .45 ACP Kimber Custom II pistols created through a commemorative program. These firearms are presented as unique pieces, akin to "wall plaques of small arms," featuring personal inscriptions available to Marines. The video highlights the ornate nature of some commemorative firearms, contrasting them with simpler engraved examples. The presenter, Miles, examines these specific Kimber models, detailing the personalized inscription aspect of the program.
This TFB TV episode, 'The Two Way Range (Part Two)', delves deeper into the combat experiences of veterans, focusing on the nuances of returning fire in Operation Enduring Freedom deployments in Helmand province, Afghanistan. It discusses modern infantry challenges such as strict rules of engagement and positive identification. The video features footage shot by veterans, with the exception of a brief clip from Dvids. Specific firearms highlighted include the S&W Model 13L and Rossi M92.
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