We’re Still at War: Photo of the Day for November 15, 2011

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Task Force Spartan 3 Soldier Army Specialist Daniel Fowler (right) provides security for his team while Afghan National Police (ANP) officers conduct routine vehicle inspections at Freedom Circle in the heart of downtown Kabul. Spartan 3 is a 15-person team who serve as combat advisors to ANP officers at more than 50 different checkpoints within 5 Kabul police districts throughout the densely populated city. US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist (SW/AW) Chris Fahey, NATO Training Mission – Afghanistan Public Affairs Leading Petty Officer.

UPDATE (11/28/11): Via our scoop email, Mass Communication Specialist (SW/AW) Chris Fahey informed us that the title and name of the soldier on the left is Army Spc. Colby Young. If you have any comments or questions, please feel free to contact us through our “Got a Tip?” page.

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