 military police support company conducted convoy operations and mounted patrols to prepare them for future deployments to Afghanistan. It basically just sets the foundation for when Marines deploy because once you're in country, everywhere you go, point A to point B is mounted and so understanding how to operate in a vehicle and how to react to various threats is ultimately going to save Marines life. After a scenario is over, Marines gathered around for a debrief to understand what things they did well and how they can improve. Communication is probably actually the most essential thing in any of these operations. Whether it's communicating what's going on out and around you, actually on the convoy, or even just communicating the needs of individual Marines. The exercise gives small unit leaders a chance to hone their skills and to help Marines understand their jobs when they deploy Lance Corporal Matthias Hernandez, Camp Schwab, open out.