WAZIRABAD, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - First Lt. Lear Williams, a New Orleans, La., native and Afghan Border Police team advisor attached to 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 2nd Marine Division (Forward), for Operation Velvet Hammer, provides security along the dunes that rise above the town. Williams worked with the ABP throughout the mission to facilitate quality communication between the partnered forces. Marines drop 'Velvet Hammer' on Wazirabad DVIDS424354

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