Spc. Katie Gatts, 2-38 Cavalry, Female Engagement Team, watches over women and children while 2-38 Cav. soldiers search the compound during Viper Dagger, southern Kandahar, Afghanistan, Jan. 4. The purpose of this mission was to discourage Taliban from using locals to hide contraband. Deployed here in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, the Fort Hood-based soldiers have been responsible for the southern Kandahar area since July. Task Force Viper Combat Operation 120104-A-RX742-032

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