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posted on November 10, 2011 at 3:56 PM
October 2011 marked the 10th anniversary of Operation Enduring Freedom. Of the more than 90,000 troops currently serving in Afghanistan, nearly half are National Guard and Reserve soldiers. Iowans were among the first to answer the call. After record deployments, the troops reflect on their experiences and tally the emotional toll.
Note: This program contains adult language that may not be appropriate for younger viewers.
This story is part of Iowa Soldiers Remember Afghanistan. Read other stories from this documentary:
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