Operation Enduring Freedom

U.S. Army Spc. Mark Wortman, a mortar team member of the Nuristan Provincial Reconstruction Team, originally from La Plata, Md., observes the mountain range around Forward Operating Base Kalagush on Oct. 30, 2010. Situational awareness ensures the safety and security of the PRT. PRTs operating in Afghanistan focus on improving the government’s ability to provide security and improve the nation’s capacity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airmen 1st Class Chanise Epps)