U.S. forces land in Haiti

Image courtesy: Seaman Heather Roe

American troops are on the ground in Haiti today. True to form, the military is performing brilliantly in securing the reeling nation and making relief efforts possible. It's frightening to think how much worse things could be on the already devastated island without the unparalleled sacrifices being made by the United States.

The Navy Times reports on the Battalion Landing Team 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marines, which landed in helicopters this morning and created a water distribution area near Port-au-Prince. About 120 of America's finest men and women have already linked up with the U.N. and Haitian authorities to ensure a smooth operation.

“We were warmly welcomed by the locals. They were supportive, and exchanged greetings. We provided them with food and water. Indeed the maritime relief support to Haiti is now well underway,” said Capt. Thomas Negus, commanding officer of the Bataan ARG, on the ship’s official Facebook page.

Seeing American forces help people in Haiti, Iraq, and Afghanistan makes me immensely proud of my country.