Afghan youth push forward, defy insurgents

Written by Bagram Media Center Friday, 19 March 2010 07:48

KUNAR PROVINCE, Afghanistan – More than 2,900 animals were treated during a veterinary outreach program conducted by Coalition and Afghan government officials at Khas Khonar District Center, March 13. Local villagers, including Afghan youth ignored insurgent intimidation and travelled as far as 10 kilometers to take advantage of the free animal care. The veterinary team was comprised of Afghan animal doctors.

Many varieties of animals were treated to include goats, cows and water buffalo.

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