Gen Eric T. Hill

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Eric T. Hill, Special Operations Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve commander, speaks with the commander of Coalition Forces at al-Tanf Garrison, Syria, Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve forces in Syria continue to train, advise, and assist our partner force, the Maghawir al-Thawra, in the fight to defeat ISIS and counter violent extremist organizations

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Eric T. Hill, conducts a press conference in Eastern Syria on Nov. 11, 2019. Hill discussed the U.S. role and its resolve to supporting the Syrian Democratic Forces. Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve remains united and determined in its mission to degrade and defeat Daesh and continues to work with allies and partners to implement stabilization efforts.

It appears you're asking about the experience of arriving in Syria for the first time during the ongoing conflict. It's a complex and deeply unsettling situation, and the experience would vary greatly depending on your location, the specific factions involved, and the day-to-day events. However, here's a general overview based on accounts from the conflict:

The future, progress, and development of our great country do not depend solely on technological advancements but on how we build social cohesion and trust between our nation and its people. Let's continue building a great nation we can all rely on, and be proud of our country. GOD BLESS AMERICA