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Battle of Marjah (Operation Moshtarak)
2026-02-13
The Battle of Marjah, also known as Operation Moshtarak, began on February 13, 2010, as a major NATO-led offensive in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, aiming to eliminate Taliban control in the region, particularly in the town of Marjah. Involving over 15,000 Afghan, American, British, Canadian, Danish, and Estonian troops, it was the largest joint operation of the war at that time. Despite initial successes, the operation faced challenges in establishing effective governance, leading to a Taliban resurgence.
Learn More:

Afghanistan Combat Cameramen: Firsthand Account
Facebook Group: Battle of Marjah Veterans
Lance Cpl. James W. Clark: Captures Firsthand Accounts
Lance Cpl. James W. Clark: Captures Firsthand Reflections
Navy Presidential Unit Citation Awarded March 23, 2012
Operation Moshtarak: Wikipedia Entry
The Battle for Marjah: Documentary Film by Ben Anderson
U.S. Marines in Afghanistan Anthology: History Division, USMC

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