Taliban forces were also able to capture several weapons and equipment from the fallen Americans.
Work began on the airfield immediately, mainly using captured Japanese equipment.
"Terrorists have captured two 122-millimeter artillery weapons, vehicles and other equipment," the army officer said.
Often, captured equipment is of more value as intelligence than in re-use on the battlefield.
Shivaji captured valuable military equipment after his victory in this 6 hour battle.
According to one story, it was reported that German intelligence found the phrase on captured American equipment.
Lee was determined to strike north to capture horses, equipment, and food for his men.
The rebels also captured arms, equipment, and supplies from government troops.
More construction work began on the airfield immediately, mainly using captured Japanese equipment.
So much for doing the mission in "invisible" captured equipment, he thought.