In case most of our MSM fails to report a good story coming out of Afghanistan.
The Canadian Forces in Afghanistan destroyed about 680 kilograms of material that was to be used to make improvised explosive devices, Canadian military officials said Sunday.
The Forces' Explosives Ordinance Disposal (EOD) team destroyed about 100 IEDs, which pose one of the biggest threats to the lives of both coalition troops and civilians in the war-torn country.
Military officials say that nearly 90 per cent of IEDs and other bombs in Kandahar City are found and destroyed before they can be detonated. They say local residents are becoming more willing to report explosives when they spot them.
Props to CTV for posting this story on their website. I didn't see it on CBC's website, not surprised.
The Canadian Forces are doing good work in Afghanistan despite their naysayers. And while their are significant challenges to be overcome, there is reason for hope.
Where would Afghanistan be without our (and the world's) forces? Another failed state run by ruthless thugs intent on supporting terror and debasing human rights?
As we approach November 11th, stop and think of our forces deployed world wide, and even if you don't support the mission, be sure to support our troops.
I know that I am always proud to be a Canadian when I see a member, and I always take the time to shake their hand.
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