Ep. 216 - Zachary Koppes (COP Keating/Battle of Kamdesh)

Published: April 27, 2021, 5 a.m.

b'As we wrap up an extensive look at COP Keating and the Battle of Kamdesh, which occurred on October 3rd, 2009, in Afghanistan, Zachary Koppes takes us on an intense and sometimes hilarious/sometimes heartbreaking journey through the day-long battle and its aftermath. Koppes spent the entire day in the fight, firing his MK 19 grenade launcher at enemy targets while trying to avoid being hit by a sniper who had a bead on his position (and his head). Hear the powerful story of combat, survival, loss, and resilience from the unlikeliest of soldiers, on this latest edition of HAZARD GROUND!\\n\\nSupport the podcast by supporting our sponsors at www.hazardground.com/sponsors!\\n\\nShop Amazon! As an Amazon Associate We Earn From Qualifying Purchases...You Know The Deal! (Paid Link)\\n\\nHelp grow the show! Spread the word, tell a friend!! Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts!\\n\\nEpisode Intro Music: "Prelude" by "Silence & Light" (www.silenceandlightmusic.com)'