Documentary
October 2011 marked the 10th anniversary of Operation Enduring Freedom. Of the more than 90,000 troops serving in Afghanistan in 2011, nearly half were National Guard and Reserve soldiers. Iowans were among the first to answer the call to duty. After record deployments, Iowans reflect on their experiences and tally the emotional toll.
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About the Show
October 2021 marked the 20th anniversary of Operation Enduring Freedom. Iowans were among the first to answer the call. After record deployments, the troops reflect on their experiences and tally the emotional toll.