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Chris Pinkerton

Operation Iraqi Freedom | 25th ID (ABN)

Massive warheads slam into 2LT Pinkerton's compound killing several soldiers and destroying the chow hall. He describes how some soldiers had to adapt, and what he did to help on their missions. (1:53)
Unable to sleep for two weeks before heading home, 2LT Pinkerton remembers why he slept on rocks near the airstrip, sold a lot of his belongings and volunteered to pack up the plane. (5:13)
2LT Pinkerton remembers going home for "R and R," and seeing the first signs of victory after returning to Iraq. (2:26)
2LT Pinkerton tells of a harrowing experience during Operation "Black Eagle" when Iraqi forces unexpectedly struck, killing his friend. (7:56)
Chris Valentine

Operation Desert Storm | 24th Infantry Division

Chris Valentine recounts his time going to school at West Point and transitioning into leadership within the Army. He remembers a few specific instances where his leadership skills were particularly challenged. (7:47)
Chris Valentine recalls his assignment to Fort Rucker and the responsibilities that came with that. After that, he had the chance to go to Saudi Arabia in foreign military services. (8:13)
Chris Valentine recalls the procurement process that he and his team had to go through to get arms equipment to the Iraqi government. Because of the Congressional approval required, there was often bureaucracy that needed to be cleared in order for things to happen. (6:36)
Chris Valentine recounts the threats that they would encounter on a daily basis and the procedures they would follow when it happened. The long work weeks and constant barrage of munitions took a toll on many of the guys. (4:11)
Chris Valentine remembers the types of projects that they did for the Baghdad police force that needed help in the area. He also recalls the private security firms such as Blackwater that he came across while stationed in Iraq. (3:58)
Chris Valentine remembers coming home with less pomp & frill than most other commands because of the specific nature of their deployment, which made transitioning back into civilian life a lot easier. (6:11)