SANGIN, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - Cpl. Micah D. Carlton, a squad leader and designated marksman for the 81 mm Mortar Platoon, Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, kneels during a patrol. “It is important for us to set in security halts and observe the area on patrol so that we can establish a baseline from what we see in the area,” said Carlton. The Oklahoma City-native and 2007 graduate from Bethany High School is the son of Kelly and Donna Carlton.