Channel: Department of Defense

Category: News & Politics

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Description: A Ranger team leader shares the story of how a sniper, watching over him and his soldiers, saved three lives one night during a mission in Afghanistan. The team leader’s identity is hidden for operational security.. Video by ArmyStaff Sgt. Edwin Pierce, DOD --------------- #KnowYourMil Your military is an all-volunteer force that serves to protect our security and way of life, but Service members are more than a fighting force. They are leaders, humanitarians and your fellow Americans. Get to know more about the men and women who serve, who they are, what they do, and why they do it. Find out more about YOUR military: defense.gov/knowyourmilitary --------------- Keep up with the Department of Defense on social media! Like the DoD on Facebook: facebook.com/DeptofDefense Follow the DoD on Twitter: twitter.com/DeptofDefense Follow the DoD on Instagram: instagram.com/DeptofDefense For more on the Department of Defense, visit: defense.gov