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Issue No. 1July 15, 2015

... in Spite of Hell!”UNCLASSIFIED//FOUO“We Shall Conquer...

Task Force Arrowhead mission readyat all levels a rich context with which to return and provide command leadership.

“The motto of the 36 ID is ‘In Spite of Hell’ to describe how we will persevere in the hardships of combat. To my Afghan partner, as you shape the legacy of your own country, let us build upon the success of the 7th Infantry Division and continue to work with us in the 36th Infantry Division,” stated Henry. “And so I ask of you ‘Trust In Me… In Spite of Hell.” Let us build upon your successes together as we move forward to a more peaceful and prosperous Afghanistan.”

From the Desk of the TAAC-S Commander

Brig. Gen. Lee Henry

Pentathalete. Agile and Adaptable Leaders. These are all the ways we in the military have come to express the ideal of flexibility in the face of the uncertain future.

As human beings, we view change with a degree of apprehension because we do not know how it will alter the world we live in. As Soldiers answering our na-tion’s call, we have learned to embrace transition in as many different ways as we have expressions for it.

Make no mistake, this mission will experience change. You as an individ-ual will find yourself exercising those agile and adapatble leadership skills as we execute our train, advise and assist mission. As a team, we can face the change without worry or fear of the un-known because we are stronger together. ‘Pa Gada Barai’ is Pashto for ‘Winning Together’ and so shall it be, with this team, on this mission, as we bring our Citizen-Soldier skills to the fight. “In Spite of Hell.”

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Train Advise Assist Command-South Public Affairs Office

Brig. Gen. Lee Henry, TAAC-S CommanderMaj. Luke Talbot, PAO, EditorMaj. Johnathon Knapton, PAO ContributorKandahar Airfield, Afghanistan DSN: 318-421-9185

The Army newsletter is an authorized publication for members of the Department of Defense. Contents of The Arrowhead are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by the U.S. Government, the Department of the Army or NATO. The editorial content of this publication is the responsibility of the PA Officer.

TF Arrowhead, commanded by Brig. Gen. Lee Henry, made history today as it assumed command of Train Advise Assist Command – South (TAAC-S) from TF Bayonet, commanded by Brig. Gen. Antonio Aguto.

Presiding over the transfer of authority ceremony was Major General Jeffrey Bannister, the Deputy Commanding General Support for US Forces – Afghanistan. Bannister reflected on the TAAC-S role and the future of Kandahar during the ceremony.

“Your Afghan partners are absolutely on the front lines against the insurgency and on the critical path of the campaign,” said Bannister. “This change of command ceremony marks an important milestone, where our focus is on continuity and not change.”

The transfer of authority became official when Aguto passed the colors to Henry in a time-honored tradition demonstrating his confidence in the new commander’s ability to handle the responsibility of command.

This will be the first time a National Guard Division element has assumed responsibility for command within Afghanistan, although this will be far from the first time the 36th ID has deployed its soldiers to within Afghan borders; from Force Protection missions to Agriculture Development Teams to the 31 Security Force Advisory Teams previously deployed the Kandahar province, the 36ID’s history in Afghanistan provides leaders


... in Spite of Hell!”UNCLASSIFIED//FUOU“We Shall Conquer...

Clockwise from top: Colonel James Pleasant enjoys a cup of chai tea with his Afghan counterparts and other US and Australian leadership; Staff Ser-geant Mireya Cruz, Australian Captain Lucas Holt, and Lieutenant Colonel Darrell Debish prepare to load the he-licopter for a reconnaissance flight; the Soldiers who Train, Advise and Assist at remote outposts gather before loading their farewell flight; Soldiers of the 36th Infantry Division (forward) embark the airplane beginning their deployment



Clockwise from top: Captain Jane Callahan, Chief Warrant Officer-2 Kristie Dean, and Sergeant First Class Bryan Ellingson after placing in the USO Sunrise Independence Day 7.5k Race; Soldiers from the 2-77 Field Artillery prepare their howitzer to be sling-loaded under-neath the helicopter for transport during a mission; panoramic view of the Kandahar Boardwalk during 4th of July activities, Major Jonas Schorre moves to intercept Cap-tain Derek Ruschhaupt during flag football


Social Media Security, protecting your privacy

Social Media is an amazing tool to keep in touch with friends and family while deployed, but is also is a wealth of information for the enemy, criminals, and unfriendly organizations. How you share information is just as important as what you share. Remember, material shared online can directly effect you (identity theft), your family, and other members of the unit (OPSEC)3Be selective on who you allow to

view your social media accounts (friends, followers). Only accept from people you personally know.3Manage your privacy settings to limit

who can access your posts (friends only)7DO NOT post OPSEC information7DO NOT share PII online7Do NOT post inappropriate materials,

that brings discredit to yourself, your unit, or the US Army.

For more information on how to set your online privacy go to www.army.mil/media/socialmedia/#resources


Learn the Provinces of Afghanistan

Family Readiness GroupEars to hear, hands to help

Get linked into Texas Military Forces Family Support Services on the web:tmd.texas.gov/tmd-family-support-services

36ID FRSA Online Contact Info:Jerrie F. Shaw

[email protected] 512-782-6285Aubrey D. Powell

[email protected]

orAfter Hours

1-800-252-8032 (English)1-888-443-2124 (Spanish)

See your Soldiers in Action36 ID Facebook Page:

facebook.com/36infTAAC-S Facebook & Flickr Page

facebook.com/ISAF.RCSouthflickr.com/photos/taac-south/albums

Finding Peace of Mind in Teamwork and DutyBy: Chaplain Will Robinson

Life changes before us; sometimes because of our decisions, other times not. Either way, life rarely goes as planned and changes and concessions must be made. It is in these times of change and challenge that defines who

we truly are. How we deal with adversity and

change is dependent on how we look at life; how we choose to deal with what lies before us. Life in the Army is both exciting and challenging. It takes you to places you never would have gone on your own; physically, mentally and spiritually. As we

continue to support operations in Afghanistan, challenges will rise up to meet us…whether we like it or not. It is how you face the challenges of life that will define who you are and what you believe in. Sometimes the ability to remain steadfast and strong during challenging times may seem too much for you, just too overwhelming.

Let me encourage you that you do not have to face these challenges alone. The Apostle Peter wrote that God promises to remain by our side, especially in the toughest times, 1Peter 5:10 “And the God of all grace...will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.” Take heart knowing that God loves you and desires to hold you close and keep you strong as you face the challenges of life…”in spite of Hell.”

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