An understanding of local languages is crucial to the success of any military operation – especially counterinsurgency. App Dari will enable you to learn basic Dari that is specifically tailored to operations in Afghanistan.

App Dari will make you more effective in the following areas:

• Learn the key words to get your message across immediately
• Master the critical words of command to maintain order and control
• Defusing dangerous situations with accurate warnings and instructions
• Remove dependency on civilian interpreters (and associated security risks)
• Improve the reliability of intelligence
• Engaging with local populations, especially influential figures such as village elders
• Establishing trust & forming positive public perceptions of the military presence
• Overcome linguistic barriers to improve understanding of local culture
Features:

• Mission specific terminology & phrases
• Extensive 300+ vocabulary – best on the market
• Clear & accurate audio files
• Authentic southern Afghan speaker
• Easy to use automatic play through system
• Vocabulary sorted alphabetically and by category
• Fully customisable - create your own favourites
• Developed by soldiers to ensure it meets operational needs

Requirements:

• The group of applications work with all iPhones and iPod Touches running version 3.0 software or later.
• WiFi, Edge, or 3G Network required to update the application when there are new releases.