In this interview, MAJ Brian Carlin, US Army, Public Affairs; discusses his deployment to Iraq as the MLRS Battery Commander in 2003 through 2004 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF). MAJ Carlin discusses a typical day in theater and describes his interaction with the media. MAJ Carlin talks about his role in Operation Clean Sweep, Task Force Bullet and how he facilitated help with logistics escorts. MAJ Carlin shares his experience with being a leader and closes his interview by reflecting on some lessons learned.

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