of Kandahar. During their deployment the detachment conducted VCPs, ECPs, and an aggressive patrolling effort and reconnaissance missions. March through October 2008, Co B provided a platoon in support of 1/6, 24 MEU. The BLT operated in the southern Helmand Province. At that time they were the southernmost coalition force. They established an aggressive patrolling effort and conducted several reconnaissance missions. May through November 2009, the Battalion conducted operations in the vicinity of Southern Helmand Province. They seized Khan Neshin Castle and established (2) COPS and several Afghan Border Patrol and Afghanistan National Police Stations. The battalion deployed as part of the 2nd Marine Expeditionary Brigade. They were part of the 17,000 troop increase announced by President Obama in mid-February. Company A deployed in support of 4th LAR from December 2009 through June 2010; conducting operations in the Marjah area. On 2 July 2009, 2nd LAR, as the southern push of Operation Khanjar, entered Khan Neshin village with the village elders' permission. May through November 2011, the Battalion deployed again to the vicinity of Southern Helmand Province with headquarters elements operating out of FOB Payne with numerous COPS and patrol bases spread throughout the area. Awards The battalion has been awarded the following battle streamers: See also List of United States Marine Corps battalions Organization of the United States Marine Corps Notes References External links 2nd LAR's official website MCTP 3-10D EMPLOYMENT OF THE LIGHT ARMORED RECONNAISSANCE BATTALION Operation Double Bush: Iraq Invasion Documentary (Made by Marines of 2 LAR) LAR 2