101st Sustainment Brigade Lifeliners

Check out this video that highlights the hard working #militarypoliceofficers of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), 101st Sustainment Brigade "Lifeliners", 716th Military Police Battalion Battalion as they conducted the second annual "Peace Keeper Challenge"! The competition was fierce as each Soldier pushed through sweltering heat and pain. When the final data was tallied, HHD came out on top of both the individual and team events. Congratulations to MAJ Barrett (Individual winner) and 1LT Griest, 2LT Burrell, and SPC Baxley (team winner) for coming out on top.

Soldiers with the 716th Military Police Battalion and the students and faculty of West Creek Middle school enjoyed a Saturday together to kick off the school year. The back to school bash proved that West Middle School is important member of the Fort Campbell Family.

The 101st Sustainment Brigade "Lifeliners"and Fort Campbell MWR hosted the 2014 Eagle Challenge Fitness Tour Functional Fitness Challenge on the historic 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) parade field today, July 19, at U.S. Army Fort Campbell. Soldiers, Families and members of the surrounding community turned out to participate in the nine events that make up the Crossfit based circuit-training competition. The ECFT supports the US Army's performance triad of eat, move, sleep. Available in high definition.

Soldiers with the 101st Sustainment Brigade "Lifeliners", 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), negotiate the The Sabalauski Air Assault School obstacle course to hone their agility, strength and Air Assault skills and to assist non-air assault qualified Soldiers with their confidence prior to going through Fort Campbell's Air Assault qualification course. #AirAssault #USArmy U.S. Army — at U.S. Army Fort Campbell. Also available in high definition.

The 101st Sustainment Brigade and The America Red Cross worked together and held a blood drive at Fort Campbell. The donated blood supports patients in more than 60 hospitals in the greater Fort Campbell area.

The Lifeliner Brigade paid homage to nine Soldiers who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country in support of Operation Enduring Freedom 13-14 in Afghanistan. The “Lifeliners” emplaced a brick for each of the Fallen Hero’s to honor them, their sacrifice and commitment to the nation at Fort Campbell, Ky. Available in high definition.

For the first time in 101st Airborne Division history, a female Soldier has been charged with commanding a brigade. Col. Charles Hamilton handed the battle tested 101st Sustainment brigade over to Colonel Kimberly J. Daub writing a new page in the Eagle Divisions history books. Also available in high definition.

Leaders compete in an Air Assault competition named "the Wedge Challenge" to show their Soldiers what it takes to support the 101st Airborne Division. Available in high definition.

Video depicting the History of Sustainment in Afghanistan and what logisticians have overcome throughout the past decade.

The 101st Sustainment Brigade's Special Troops Battalion conducts a change of command ceremony at Ft. Campbell.

CSM Thomas passes the responsibility of being the "Lifeliners" CSM to CSM Griffin at a Change of Responsibility ceremony in Ft. Campbell, Ky. Available in high definition.

101st Sustainment Brigade Soldiers conduct a Transfer of Authority ceremony and are received by family members back at Fort Campbell. Available in High Definition.

The 101st Special Troops Battalion held the annual Gamberi memorial run to honor its fallen heroes. The Sustainer soldiers run for five of their fallen comrades who were lost in an attack at Forward Operating Base Gamberi Afghanistan on April 16th 2011. Available in high definition.

Two Majors, two fathers deployed to Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan stay connected with their families with a simple rather fun exercise. Includes sound bites from Maj. William Laase, Brigade Logistics Officer, Task Force Lifeliner. Hometown: Tuftonboro, N.H. and Maj. Erik Spicer, Brigade Chaplain, Task Force Lifeliner. Hometown:Tulsa, Okla. Also available in high definition.

A 5 minute video created to honor 38 years of honorable service by Maj. Gen Kurt Stein, 1st Theater Sustainment Command, Commander. Soundbites :25 Maj. Gen Kurt Stein, 1st Theater Sustainment Command, Commander, Middletown, New Jersey; 2:45 Col. Charles R. Hamilton, Task Force Lifeliner, Commander, Houston, Texas; 3:13 Col. Robert M. Villalobos, Chief of Staff, 1st Theater Sustainment Command, Palm Coast, Florida; 3:28 Brig. Gen. Duane A. Gamble, Deputy Commanding General, 1st Theater Sustainment Command, Arbutus, Maryland. Also available in high definition.

Short video showcasing the capabilities of Task Force Lifeliners at Bagram Airfield Afghanistan. Also available in High Definition.

Officers and Noncommissioned officers kicked off the new year with a friendly game of basketball at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan. Includes sound bites from Maj. Eric King, Operations Officer in Charge, Task Force Lifeliner; Pfc. Ryan Sindle, Command Security Team Driver, Task Force Lifeliner. Also available in high definition.

A small group of highly trained Soldiers execute sling load operations in gale force winds at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan to sustain Coalition Forces in remote areas.

The day before the winter holidays commence the U.S. Army Combat Action Badge is awarded to nineteen Soldiers of the 1084th Transportation Company. These Soldiers proved themselves in combat situations here in Afghanistan. Includes sound bites from Col. Charles R. Hamilton, Task Force Lifeliner Commander. Hometown: Houston Tx. and Spc. Marcus Dempsey, Gunner for 1084th Transportation Company, Task Force lifeliner. Hometown: Metairie, La. Also available in high definition.

Soldiers with the 51st Transportation Company, Task Force Lifeliner show how they stay prepared through the holidays. Produced by Staff Sgt. Peter Sinclair. Includes soundbites from Pfc. Lorenzo D. Mann, from Dayton, Ohio, gunner, and Staff Sgt. Jose A. Antepara, from Mableton, Ga., truck commander, both with 51st Transportation Company.

Servicemembers stationed at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan celebrated Christmas with a feast.

Soldiers with Task Force Lifeliner enjoy music, food and prizes in recognition of the arrival of fall at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan. Available in high definition.

A combat stress dog name Major Eden visited Soldiers at Bagram Airfield. Suggested Lead: Deployments take soldiers away from their loved ones. Army Staff Sgt. Peter Sinclair tells you how one visitor reminded some Soldiers of what's back home. Soundbites include Sgt Nicole Linn - Task Force Lifeliner Behavioral Health Specialist, Hometown: Baumholder, Germany and Cpt. Carol Jordan - Special Troops Battalion Human Resources Officer, Hometown: Charleston, South Carolina. Produced by Staff Sgt. Peter Sinclair. Also available in High Definition.

A 30 sec. spot including Soldiers from the Task Force Lifeliners command security team, for the upcoming Army/ Navy football game. Also available in high definition.

Coalition Forces transferred ammunition over to the Afghan National Army for the first time marking progress for the Afghan National Army's success. Includes sound bites from Maj. Matt Boire, Ministry of Defense Ammunition Advisor, 2nd battalion, Princess Patricia, Canadian Light Infantry. Hometown: Shilo Manitoba, Canada; Maj. Raheem Shama, Commander, 22nd Bunker, Afghan National Army; WO Alexander Arabian, Ammo Accountability Officer, Task Force Lifeliner. Hometown: Warwick, R.I. and CWO3 Eric Thomas, Ammunition Manager for Ministry of Defense. Hometown: Charleston, W.Va. Also available in high definition.

Task Force Lifeliner assumes the position of the sole Sustainment Brigade in Afghanistan with a transfer of authority ceremony at Kandahar Airfield. Includes sound bites from Maj. Gen. Kurt Stein, Commander of the 1st Theater Sustainment Command. Hometown: Middletown, N.J. and Col. Charles R. Hamilton, Commander of Task Force Lifeliner. Hometown: Houston, Tx. Also available in high definition.

Major General Kurt Stein reenlists 52 Soldiers at Bagram Airfield Afghanistan. Also available in high definition

1st Lt. Monicia Porter Convoy Commander with the 1230th Transportation Company leads a Team of Georgia National Guardsman out of a motor pool on a dark, drizzly night in Northern Afghanistan. Porter’s mission today is to sustain Regional Command North, but normally she’s right at home leading math in a high school classroom. Also available in high definition

52 newly promoted Army Noncommissioned officers crossed in to the time honored Corps of the Noncommissioned Officers with a symbolic rite of passage ceremony. The NCO induction ceremony was hosted by Command Sergeant Major Christopher Crawford. Soundbites include Command Sergeant Major Christopher Crawford - Special Troops Battalion Command Sergeant Major, Hometown: Clarksville, TN., Unit: Task Force Lifeliner and Command Sergeant Major James A. Thomas - CSM 3rd Special Forces Group Support Battalion Command Sergeant Major, Hometown: Atlanta, GA., Unit: 3rd Special Forces Support Battalion. Produced by Army Staff Sgt. Peter Sinclair. Also available in High Definition.

Soldiers in Afghanistan prepare for an icy winter by learning how to operate their colossal vehicles in cold weather conditions. Veteran Task Force Lifeliner mechanics give this training knowing what’s right around the corner in the mountainous regions of Afghanistan. Soundbites include Sgt. Andrew J. Newcomb – Mechanic, Hometown: Orfordville, WI., Unit: Special Troops Battalion, Task Force Lifeliner; Private Maleke F,M Seaward Command Security Team Driver, Hometown: Luray, VA., and Spc. Victor Stephans Mechanic, Hometown: Clarksville, TN., Unit: Special Troops Battalion, Task Force Lifeliner. Produced by Army Staff Sgt. Peter Sinclair. Also available in High Definition.

The Bagram Airfield mortuary affairs collection point is the final stop for fallen heroes before they head home. The 54th Quartermaster Company is charged with this mission and constantly trains to perfect each step of the process ensuring it lives up to their profession’s motto. Includes sound bites from Pfc. Cody Montalbano, Mortuary Affairs Specialist. Hometown: Syracuse, N.Y. and Sgt. Jarrett Ransom, Mortuary Affairs Specialist Team Leader. Hometown: Memphis, Tenn. Also available in high definition.

Task Force Rottweiler is a ferocious name for a group of Soldiers that manage a rather vital part of the elaborate logistical mission in Afghanistan. It’s called a “FLE” but in contrast to the insect this FLE enables missions to continue at maximum capacity. Also available in high definition

The 77th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion established and dedicated a resiliency center to honor the legacy Staff Sgt. Randall Lane. Staff Sgt. Lane died Sept. 13, while serving with the Indiana Army National Guard in Kabul, Afghanistan.

Soldiers with Task Force Lifeliner put their physical abilities to the test at Bagram Airfield Afghanistan. They call it the Iron Dawg Competition and the theme is physical fitness. Soundbites include Sgt. Nicole Linn - Behavioral Health Specialist, Unit: Task Force Lifeliner, Hometown: Baumholder, Germany, 1st Lt. Stephen G. Hoar - Operational Contract Support Officer, Unit: Task Force Lifeliner, Hometown: Pensacola, FL. and Capt. Eric F. Prazinko - HHC Commander, Unit: Task Force Lifeliner, Hometown: Ozark, AL. Produced by Army Staff Sgt. Peter Sinclair. Also available in High Definition.

Two brothers that both wear the uniform get the chance to spend some time together on a special day. Army Staff Sgt. Peter Sinclair tells you what these Soliders are doing. Soundbites include 1st Lt. Karl Knowlton - Air Mobility deputy, Hometown: Winder, GA. Unit: Task Force Lifeliner and Sgt. George Knowlton - Team Leader, Hometown: Winder, Ga. Unit: 3rd Squadron, 89th Cavalry, 4th Infantry Bde Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division. Produced by Army Staff Sgt. Peter Sinclair. Also available in High Definition.

Narrated video (Boots of the NCO) with historical pictures of NCO's throughout history. This video is meant to be used at all ceremonies celebrating Noncommissioned Officers in the United States Army. Produced by Staff Sgt. Peter Sinclair. Also available in High Definition.

Sergeant Major of the U.S. Army Raymond Chandler III talks about pressing issues in the U.S. Army right now. Also available in high definition.

Task Force Lifeliner’s Special Troops Battalion Chaplain, Cpt. Jason Price teaches the Army’s Applied Suicide Intervention Training to Soldiers in Afghanistan. Also available in high definition

Sergeant Major of the U.S. Army Raymond Chandler III speaks to Soldiers in various regions of Kuwait and Afghanistan. Suggested Lead: Servicemembers deployed to various regions of Afghanistan and Kuwait received a special visit from the senior enlisted advisor in the U.S. Army. Army Staff Sergeant Peter Sinclair takes you there. Soundbite includes Sergeant Major of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III, Sergeant Major of the United States Army. Produced by Staff Sgt. Peter Sinclair. Also available in High Definition.

Soldiers take to the range to maintain their basic marksmanship skills during their deployment in Afghanistan

Cartoonist stopped by the Task Force Lifeliner to carry on the age old tradition of cartooning the Troops. Includes sound bites from Tom Richmond, Mad Magazine Cartoonist. Hometown: La Crosse, Wis. and Pvt. Alice Harris, Human Resource Specialist. Hometown: Pinellas Park, Fla. Also available in high definition.

Spc. Casey Sleeman and Spc. Kevin Berry with the 203rd ICTC work the yards of Bagram Airfield moving containers with a RTCH in support of Task Force Lifeliner. Also available in high definition

Lt. Col. David Dean, Commander, 157th CSSB; Hometown: Philadelphia, Pa., sat down to discuss his mission in Afghanistan. Also available in high definition.

Soldiers work together to ensure that they have confidence in their equipment outside the wire. Includes sound bites from Spc. Kyle Stetson, Command Security Team Gunner, Task Force Lifeliner. Hometown: Liberty, Mo and Pfc. Jacob R. Morse, Mechanic, Task Force Lifeliner. Hometown: Port Orchard, Wash. Also available in high definition.

Task Force Lifeliner medics train with a U.S. Air Force aeromedical team on how to load and unload patients on a fixed winged aircraft.

The 77th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion takes responsibility from the 157th in a traditional military transfer of authority ceremony at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan. Soundbite includes Brig. General Duane Gambel - 1st Theater Sustainment Command, Deputy Commanding General, Hometown: Arbutus, MD.; Lt. Col. David Dean - 157th Commander, Hometown: Philadelphia, PA. and Col. Charles Hamilton - Task Force Lifeliner Commander, Hometown: Houston, TX. Produced by Staff Sgt. Peter Sinclair. Also available in High Definition.

Maj. Gen. Kurt Stein, from Fayetteville, N.C., visited Task Force Lifeliners to award 38 Army Combat Action Badges and one Purple Heart Medal to service members in Task Force Lifeliner at Bagram Airfield Afghanistan. Soundbites include Maj. General Kurt Stein - First Theater Sustainment Commander, Hometown: Fayetteville N.C., 1st Lt. Lance McCalister - Platoon Leader, Unit: 1084th, Task Force Lifeliner, Hometown: New Orleans, LA., and Spc. Kevin Tulino - MRAP Driver, Unit: 1084th, Task Force Lifeliner, Hometown: Slidell, LA. Produced by Staff Sergeant Peter Sinclair. Also available in High Definition.

With the looming 2014 drawdown Sling Load operators with Task Force Lifeliner endure hurricane force winds on a daily basis to ensure Soldiers get supplies they need. Includes sound bites from Spc. Vonza Abney, Sling Load Operator. Hometown: Hinesville, Ga; Sgt. 1st Class Thomas E. Mace. Hometown: McEwen, Tenn. Also available in high definition.

Recovery operators with the 536th support maintenance company, Task Force Lifeliner train Polish soldiers in recovery operations on American vehicles as the looming 2014 drawdown continues. Includes sound bites from Sgt. 1st Class Antonio D. Green, Inspector. Unit: 536th Support Maintenance Company, Task Force Lifeliner. Hometown: Aiken, S.C. Sgt. Travis Broussard, Recovery Operator. Unit: 536th Support Maintenance Company, Task Force Lifeliner. Hometown: Lafayette, La. and 2nd Lt. Ewa Kunz-Piszcz, Polish LNO. Also available in high definition.

Pfc. Joseph Parker enjoys playing the guitar at Hairatan Gate bringing some melody to his team during their deployment. Soundbites from Pfc. Joseph Parker, Phoenix, Arizona, Capt. Steven E. Mosher, Grand Rapids, Mich. Produced by Staff Sgt. Peter Sinclair.

Mechanics with the 1245th Transportation Company build a unique bond maintaining equipment during their deployment. Produced by Staff Sgt. Peter Sinclair. Includes soundbites from Spc. Joe Stewart, from Moore, Okla., Spc. Brett York, from Ada, Okla., and Staff Sgt. Albert Arias, from Pauls Valley, Okla., - mechanics with 1245th Transportation Company.