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English: UK troops leave FOB (Forward Operating Base) Shawqat for the last time, by Chinook helicopter. This was the last airlift to depart from Shawqat, Afghanistan.

British troops left the Nad-e Ali District of Helmand Province, as Afghan forces provide security for the local population.

UK forces began operations in Nad-e Ali in 2006, working to clear the area of insurgent activity and intimidation while building and developing the capability of the Afghan National Army and Afghan National Police.

As members of the final unit, 2nd Battalion, The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment (2 LANCS) leave, Nad-e Ali. It has been completely transformed, boasting a bustling bazaar, 29 schools, with almost 10,000 children in education – over 1000 of which are girls – and four healthcare clinics.

  • Organization: Army
  • Object Name: NavyTFH-1MechBde-2013-069-0575
  • Category: MOD
  • Supplemental Categories: Operations, Theatres, Afghanistan
  • Keywords: Army, Herrick, Afghanistan, Helmand, RAF, Equipment, Helicopter, Chinook, FOB, Shawqat, Boarding, CH47, Airlift
  • Country: Afghanistan
Date Taken on 27 August 2013 11:00:23
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Author Cpl Si Longworth RLC (Phot)
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