What does 2nd LAR do?

Its mission is to conduct reconnaissance; security and economy of force operations; and, within its capabilities, limited offensive or defensive operations that exploit the unit’s mobility and firepower. 2nd LAR is comprised of: H&S Co, Alpha Co, Bravo Co, Charlie Co, Delta Co and Echo Co.

How long is lar training?

The six-week LAR leaders course is broken down into 30 training days and includes instruction on LAV operations, LAR unit fires, tactics and armored surveillance and reconnaissance. The course helps mold future LAR leaders and hones their skills in leading and operating an LAR platoon.

When was 1st LAR deployed to Rig District?

During the raid, 1st LAR, special operations forces, and Afghan forces neutralized Bahram Chah and destroyed the Bazaar and Taliban stronghold. 1st LAR conducted a RIP with 3rd LAR in November 2010. 1st LAR deployed again to Rig District in September 2011 and returned in May 2012.

When was the 1st LAR deployed to Iraq?

In March 2007, parts of the battalion were responsible for security and stabilization in the area around Ar Rutba in western Iraq. In September 2008, 1st LAR deployed again to the Al Anbar Province in western Iraq and conducted a Relief In Place (RIP) with 2nd LAR of Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

What is the mission of the 1st LAR Bn?

The Mission of 1st LAR Bn is to conduct reconnaissance, counter-reconnaissance, surveillance, security operations in support of maneuver, and offensive and defensive actions in order to shape the battle space for the supported unit commander. Lt. Col. Robert F. May Commanding Officer, 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion

When did 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion deploy to Afghanistan?

In December 2001, Bravo Company, 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion deployed to Afghanistan as part of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. It performed a variety of combat/reconnaissance missions in the rugged terrain of Afghanistan.

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